Wines made from Pinot blanc grapes of South Africa
Discover the best wines made with Pinot blanc as a single variety or as a blend of South Africa.
More informations about the variety Pinot blanc
Pinot Blanc is a grape variety that originated in Burgundy, mutated from Pinot Gris. Today, it is grown in Alsace where it is called klevner when blended with auxerrois. The continental climate, with its cold winters and hot summers, is particularly suited to pinot blanc. It is resistant to frost in winter and in summer, the roots draw the minerals it needs from the warm soil. Its bunches are made up of small berries with thick skins and melting pulp that produce fruity, spicy wines, balanced between acidity and alcohol. pinot blanc is also used for crémants and sparkling wines. Pinot Blanc is also used for Crémant and sparkling wines. It is widely grown in Italy, where it covers almost 7,000 hectares, and is also found in Germany, Austria, Canada and South Africa.
More informations about the wines of South Africa
South Africa is one of the most important wine producing countries in the southern hemisphere. With over 300 years of wine making history, it is often described as a bridge between the Old and New Worlds. The majority of wines are produced using New World winemaking techniques, but they often have more stylistic similarities with their Old World counterparts. Since the end of apartheid, South African wine has received international attention and recognition for its wide variety of styles.
What are the typical flavors of the Pinot blanc grape variety?
- MicrobioPresent in 8% of Pinot blanc
- Non oakPresent in 7% of Pinot blanc
- OakPresent in 7% of Pinot blanc
- Tree fruitPresent in 6% of Pinot blanc
- EarthPresent in 5% of Pinot blanc
- Citrus fruitPresent in 5% of Pinot blanc
- SpicesPresent in 4% of Pinot blanc
- VegetalPresent in 3% of Pinot blanc
- Tropical fruitPresent in 3% of Pinot blanc
- FloralPresent in 2% of Pinot blanc
- Red fruitPresent in 2% of Pinot blanc
- Black fruitPresent in 1% of Pinot blanc
- Dried fruitPresent in 1% of Pinot blanc