Wines made from Grenache noir grapes of Faugères

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

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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

Faugeres is an appellation in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of southern France. Although it also covers white and rosé wines, the appellation is best known for its Rich, ripe red wines made from the classic Rhone varieties of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre, as well as the more Mediterranean Cinsaut and Lladoner Pelut. The appellation covers the southern slopes of a series of hills only a few kilometres from the Mediterranean coast. The town of Faugeres forms the centre of the area, which extends 10 km from east to west.

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

EarthPresent in 3% of Grenache noir
Red fruitPresent in 3% of Grenache noir
Black fruitsPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
SpicesPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
Black fruitPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
LeatherPresent in 1% of Grenache noir

Black currantPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
Non oakPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
OakPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
Red fruitPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
StrawberriesPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
MicrobioPresent in 1% of Grenache noir

News about the grape variety Grenache noir

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