Wines made from Durif grapes of South Africa
Discover the best wines made with Durif as a single variety or as a blend of South Africa.
More informations about the variety Durif
Durif noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Dauphiné). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by medium-sized bunches and small grapes. Durif noir can be found cultivated in these vineyards: South West, Cognac, Bordeaux, Provence & Corsica, Rhone Valley.
More informations about the wines of South Africa
South Africa is one of the most important wine producing countries in the southern hemisphere. With over 300 years of wine making history, it is often described as a bridge between the Old and New Worlds. The majority of wines are produced using New World winemaking techniques, but they often have more stylistic similarities with their Old World counterparts. Since the end of apartheid, South African wine has received international attention and recognition for its wide variety of styles.
What are the typical flavors of the Durif grape variety?
- Black fruitPresent in 10% of Durif
- Red fruitPresent in 9% of Durif
- OakPresent in 8% of Durif
- SpicesPresent in 7% of Durif
- EarthPresent in 7% of Durif
- Non oakPresent in 6% of Durif
- MicrobioPresent in 4% of Durif
- Dried fruitPresent in 3% of Durif
- PlumPresent in 2% of Durif
- Tree fruitPresent in 2% of Durif
- StrawberriesPresent in 2% of Durif
- BlackberryPresent in 2% of Durif
- OakyPresent in 2% of Durif
- White pepperPresent in 1% of Durif
- Red currantPresent in 1% of Durif
- TomatoesPresent in 1% of Durif
- PrunePresent in 1% of Durif
- ToffeePresent in 1% of Durif
- CinnamonPresent in 1% of Durif
- CheesePresent in 1% of Durif
News about the grape variety Durif
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