Wines made from Chenin blanc grapes of Texas High Plains
Discover the best wines made with Chenin blanc as a single variety or as a blend of Texas High Plains.
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 Texas
Texas Panhandle's main AVA (~1,200 m altitude), source of most of the state's grapes. Signature Tempranillo: robust, sun-drenched reds with signature notes of blackberry, black cherry, tobacco, leather and sweet spice, round tannins — suited to the semi-arid climate. Also dense Cabernet Sauvignon, fruity Sangiovese, fleshy Mourvedre. Aromatic Viognier whites (apricot, flowers, honey).
What are the typical flavors of the Chenin blanc grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 4% of Chenin blanc
- Tree fruitPresent in 4% of Chenin blanc
- Citrus fruitPresent in 3% of Chenin blanc
- Tropical fruitPresent in 3% of Chenin blanc
- MicrobioPresent in 2% of Chenin blanc
- FloralPresent in 2% of Chenin blanc