Wines made from Folle blanche grapes of Armavir
Discover the best wines made with Folle blanche as a single variety or as a blend of Armavir.
More informations about the variety Folle blanche
As its name suggests, the folle blanche is a white grape variety. Originally from the west of France, it was used to make Cognac and Armagnac brandies as early as the 17th century and was renowned for its finesse and fragrant nose. Replaced by Ugni Blanc following the phylloxera invasion, the folle blanche is now grown in small quantities. It is a grape variety with juicy, sweet, medium-sized bunches and berries with a white/green skin. Its worst enemy is grey rot. As it is an early variety and its buds come out early, it is particularly afraid of spring frosts. It likes short pruning, a method that limits the production of grapes but increases their quality. It also prefers mineral-rich soils, and its vineyards cover about 3,000 hectares. It is used in the production of the AOC Gros-plant du Pays nantais to produce a lively white wine with little alcohol but marked acidity.
More informations about the region of Armavir
The wine region of Armavir of Armenia. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Karas or the Domaine Karas produce mainly wines red, white and sparkling. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Armavir are Ancellotta, Petit Verdot and Malbec, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Armavir often reveals types of flavors of cream, tropical or tobacco and sometimes also flavors of coffee, leather or black fruits.
What are the typical flavors of the Folle blanche grape variety?
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