Wines made from Chenin blanc grapes of Gard
Discover the best wines made with Chenin blanc as a single variety or as a blend of Gard.
More informations about the variety Chenin blanc
Chameleon whites with taut acidity, ranging from mineral dry (Savennières, Vouvray sec) to off-dry and medium-sweet (Vouvray, Montlouis), sumptuous botrytised sweet (Quarts-de-Chaume, Bonnezeaux, Coteaux du Layon) and brilliant sparkling (Crémant de Loire, Vouvray brut). Aromas of quince, apple, honey, white flowers, beeswax and flint. An Anjou variety, also star of South Africa's Western Cape.
More informations about the region of Pays d'Oc
Vast Languedoc IGP between Costières and Camargue (Gard): signature Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Cinsault as reds and rosés — fruity and sun-drenched with cherry, strawberry, raspberry, garrigue, spice and a peppery touch (Camargue gris rosés emblematic on sand). Floral whites from Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Viognier and Vermentino. IGP, ~25,000 ha across 24 communes, sunny Mediterranean climate, cleansing mistral.
What are the typical flavors of the Chenin blanc grape variety?
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