Wines made from Grenache noir grapes of Fitou

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

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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

Fitou is a red wine appellation in the heart of the Languedoc-Roussillon wine region in southern France. The wine takes its name from a small Village located a few kilometres from the Mediterranean coast. The typical Fitou wine is not dissimilar to the reds produced in the neighbouring Corbières (i. e.

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

Red fruitPresent in 4% of Grenache noir
EarthPresent in 3% of Grenache noir
SpicesPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
Black fruitPresent in 2% of Grenache noir

Red fruitPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
Black fruitsPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
Non oakPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
OakPresent in 1% of Grenache noir

News about the grape variety Grenache noir

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Place de Bordeaux March 2023 releases: from 100-point Napa to Italian gems

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