Wines made from Melon grapes of Georgia
Discover the best wines made with Melon as a single variety or as a blend of Georgia.
More informations about the variety Melon
Crisp, dry whites with a pale robe, lean palate and lively acidity, showing delicate aromas of lemon, green apple, white flowers, pear, fresh almond and characteristic saline, iodine notes. Refreshing, ideal with Atlantic seafood. Star of Muscadet AOC (Sèvre-et-Maine, Côtes de Grandlieu, Coteaux de la Loire), aged on lees for added body. Native Burgundian variety (synonym Melon de Bourgogne), offspring of Pinot × Gouais blanc.
More informations about the region of Georgia
Historic cradle of the vine (8,000 years, UNESCO), 500+ native grapes. Signature Saperavi as a teinturier red: dense, deep reds with signature notes of black cherry, blackberry, plum, liquorice, leather, spices and a smoky touch, firm tannins and lively acidity - great ageing. Rkatsiteli in white (~45%), lively and structured (citrus, apricot, honey). The millennia-old qvevri tradition (buried jars): "ambers" on skins with notes of dried fruits, walnut, black tea.
What are the typical flavors of the Melon grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Melon
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Melon