Wines made from Chenin blanc grapes of Texas
Discover the best wines made with Chenin blanc as a single variety or as a blend of Texas.
More informations about the variety Chenin blanc
It most certainly originates from the Anjou region and is registered in the official catalogue of wine grape varieties on the A1 list. It can also be found in South Africa, Australia, Argentina, Chile, the United States (California), New Zealand, etc. It is said to be a descendant of Savagnin and to have sauvignonasse as its second parent (Jean-Michel Boursiquot 2019). On the other hand, Chenin blanc is the half-brother of verdelho and sauvignon blanc and is the father of colombard.
More informations about the region of Texas
Texas is the largest state in the United States of America and one of the most productive viticultural states. Covering 696,000 km² (268,000 square miles) between latitudes 25-36°N, this hot, Dry state is home to a range of mesoclimates suitable for viticulture in the deserts, mountains, lakes and plains of Texas. The main Grape varieties grown in Texas are Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and (despite the hot conditions) Sauvignon Blanc. Generally speaking, Texas viticulture is divided into three main regions: NorthCentral, Southeast and Trans-Pecos.
What are the typical flavors of the Chenin blanc grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 8% of Chenin blanc
- MicrobioPresent in 6% of Chenin blanc
- Citrus fruitPresent in 6% of Chenin blanc
- OakPresent in 4% of Chenin blanc
- Tropical fruitPresent in 4% of Chenin blanc
- Non oakPresent in 3% of Chenin blanc