Wines made from Grenache noir grapes of Corbières

Discover the best wines made with Grenache noir as a single variety or as a blend of Corbières.

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More informations about the variety Grenache noir

Grenache noir is a grape variety that originated in Spain. It produces a variety of grape specially used for the elaboration of wine. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by medium to large bunches, and grapes of medium size. Grenache noir can be found in many vineyards: South West, Cognac, Bordeaux, Provence & Corsica, Languedoc & Roussillon, Rhone Valley, Loire Valley, Savoie & Bugey, Beaujolais.

More informations about the region of Languedoc-Roussillon

Corbières is an important appellation in the Languedoc-roussillon">Languedoc-Roussillon region of southern France. It is one of the best known and most productive appellations in the Languedoc. The Corbières vineyards produce large quantities of red and rosé wines, as well as a growing number of white wines. The reds are the strongest Part of the appellation; they are reputedly Rich and herbal, made from Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Lledoner Pelut and Carignan.

What are the typical flavors of the Grenache noir grape variety?

OakPresent in 4% of Grenache noir
Black fruitPresent in 4% of Grenache noir
Red fruitPresent in 4% of Grenache noir
SpicesPresent in 4% of Grenache noir
EarthPresent in 4% of Grenache noir
Non oakPresent in 4% of Grenache noir
PlumPresent in 3% of Grenache noir
EarthyPresent in 3% of Grenache noir
Dark fruitPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
SmokePresent in 2% of Grenache noir

MicrobioPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
CherryPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
Red fruitPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
Black fruitsPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
CheesePresent in 1% of Grenache noir
Dark chocolatePresent in 1% of Grenache noir
FloralPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
VegetalPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
SavoryPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
CedarPresent in 1% of Grenache noir

News about the grape variety Grenache noir

Andrew Jefford: ‘Drinking cheap wine need not be a cheap experience’

Annual domestic gas bills in the UK threaten to rival, in craziness, the price of a box of Bordeaux first growths. Those energy costs have sent the price of almost everything else ripping up after them. Is there, um, anything to be said for cheap wine? There is. First, though, we must sip the bitter harvest of alcohol taxes. These are high in the UK and higher still in Scandinavia, Australia, New Zealand and India; they tend to vary by state in the US and by province in Canada, and in general th ...

New Château Latour 2010 stocks released onto market

New stocks of Château Latour 2010 were released from the Pauillac-based First Growth’s cellars on 13 September. Latour 2010 is regarded as one of the best Bordeaux wines of the 21st century so far, and has received two 100-point Decanter scores in the past three years. It’s also more expensive than many other Latour vintages, but analyst group Wine Lister said it expected buyers to show interest. ‘There is no doubt that this release will see demand, especially for merchants rel ...

Strong online sales boost Christmas trading at Berry Bros & Rudd

Berry Bros & Rudd has reported a 13% year-on-year increase in online sales for the two-month period ending 31 December 2021 (internal data). Moreover, online sales soared 107% versus the same period in 2019, according to the fine wine and spirits merchant. Average online order value increased by 19% year-on-year compared to 2020, with Berry Bros & Rudd’s online fine wine exchange [BBX] reporting a 25% increase. The strong online results helped sales across the business increase by 2% yea ...