Wines made from Noir Fleurien grapes of Languedoc-Roussillon
Discover the best wines made with Noir Fleurien as a single variety or as a blend of Languedoc-Roussillon.
Light, fruity reds with a clear ruby robe, silky tannins and a supple palate, with unassuming aromas of red fruits (cherry, raspberry) and fresh floral notes. Airy profile to drink young. Preserved in INRAE varietal collections, it reflects the pre-phylloxera ampelographic diversity of central France and is among the heritage varieties under study. Rare, near-extinct native French black grape, once grown in central France.
Largest single French vineyard, dominated by sunny, generous reds. Spicy Syrah, candied Grenache (ripe fruit, garrigue), structured Carignan, deep Mourvèdre, supple Cinsault. Stars: structured Corbières, Minervois, Faugères, Saint-Chinian; round Côtes-du-Roussillon. Legendary vins doux naturels: Banyuls and Maury (fortified Grenache) with notes of cocoa, fig, prune.