Wines made from Chenin blanc grapes of Galilee
Discover the best wines made with Chenin blanc as a single variety or as a blend of Galilee.
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 Galilee
Israel's wine heartland in the north, a benchmark quality zone. Powerful, structured reds with signature notes of ripe blackcurrant, blackberry, dark chocolate, herbes de Provence and spices, firm tannins and a sun-soaked palate. Dominant international grapes: dense Cabernet Sauvignon, round Merlot, peppery Syrah and colourful Petit Verdot. Round Chardonnay and lively Sauvignon Blanc whites.
What are the typical flavors of the Chenin blanc grape variety?
- Citrus fruitPresent in 6% of Chenin blanc
- EarthPresent in 5% of Chenin blanc
- Tree fruitPresent in 5% of Chenin blanc
- OakPresent in 4% of Chenin blanc
- SpicesPresent in 3% of Chenin blanc
- Tropical fruitPresent in 3% of Chenin blanc
- MicrobioPresent in 2% of Chenin blanc
- VegetalPresent in 2% of Chenin blanc
- Non oakPresent in 1% of Chenin blanc
- FloralPresent in 1% of Chenin blanc