Wines made from Grenache noir grapes of Bandol
Discover the best wines made with Grenache noir as a single variety or as a blend of Bandol.
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 Provence
Bandol is a key appellation in the wine region of Provence, in the far southeast of France. Created in 1941, the appellation covers red, white and rosé wines from approximately 1,550 hectares of vineyards located around the coastal town of Bandol on the Mediterranean coast. These are spread unevenly over eight communes in the Var dePartment, the majority being located just North of Bandol, in Le Beausset, La Cadière-d'Azur, Le Castellet and Évenos. Bandol is best known for its red wines, which constitute the majority of the appellation's production.
What are the typical flavors of the Grenache noir grape variety?
- Red fruitPresent in 4% of Grenache noir
- Tree fruitPresent in 3% of Grenache noir
- OakPresent in 3% of Grenache noir
- StrawberriesPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
- Citrus fruitPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
- EarthPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
- MicrobioPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
- SpicesPresent in 2% of Grenache noir
- CreamPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
- Non oakPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
- Tropical fruitPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
- Wood smokePresent in 1% of Grenache noir
- Pink grapefruitPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
- VegetalPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
- CitrusPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
- GooseberryPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
- LemonPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
- RaspberryPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
- MineralityPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
- PeachPresent in 1% of Grenache noir
News about the grape variety Grenache noir
Boela Gerber to take over at Virginia’s Southwest Mountains Vineyards
Boela Gerber is heading to the United States for a new adventure in the heart of the Monticello AVA in Charlottesville, Virginia. He will be taking over as the winemaker at Southwest Mountains Vineyards, a new winery located in the Keswick area of Albemarle County. Chardonnay, Petit Verdot, Viognier, Petit Manseng, Grüner Veltliner, Merlot and Cabernet Franc are among the varietals being produced there. It marks an exciting new chapter for Gerber, who took over as winemaker at Groot Constantia i ...
Iconic Bordeaux vintages smash estimates at first live Christie’s Hong Kong auction of 2023
The city’s social restrictions have now been lifted, so collectors were able to descend upon Alexandra House to bid in-person for the iconic wines. Bidders from four continents also took part over the phone and online, helping the auction achieve a sales total of HK$30,274,000 (£3,145,756). That was more than double the low estimate provided prior to the auction, titled Grands Crus Part III: Finest and Rarest Wines from the Cellar of Christen Sveaas. The highlight was a lot featuring 12 bottles ...
Napa RISE offers the wine industry a roadmap towards greater diversity
When most people think of sustainability, protecting the environment comes immediately to mind. However, another part of sustainability – the social side focusing on employees and the community – is often overlooked. Yet, at a recent Napa Rise seminar, speakers emphasised that this aspect of sustainability is the most essential. ‘It is an uncomfortable topic to discuss,’ stated keynote speaker Maryam Ahmed, CEO of Maryam + Company and co-founder of the Diversity in Wine Leadership Forum. ‘Howeve ...