Wines made from Tannat grapes of Corbières
Discover the best wines made with Tannat as a single variety or as a blend of Corbières.
More informations about the variety Tannat
Powerful, tannic reds with inky colour and dense texture, with aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, black plum, leather, liquorice and smoky notes. Very high ageing potential and polyphenol content (health reputation). Star of Madiran AOC in Béarn and the national grape of Uruguay (Canelones, Maldonado). Also grown in Irouléguy and Tursan. Late-ripening red variety from south-west France.
More informations about the region of Languedoc-Roussillon
Largest AOC in Languedoc, 95% Mediterranean reds. Signature old-vine Carignan (up to 60%): fleshy reds with black fruit, garrigue, black olive, spice and tight tannins. Blended with round, sunny Grenache, peppery Syrah, dense Mourvèdre and supple Cinsault. A few fresh rosés and whites (Grenache Blanc, Roussanne).
What are the typical flavors of the Tannat grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 1% of Tannat
- OakPresent in 1% of Tannat
- SpicesPresent in 1% of Tannat
- Black fruitPresent in 1% of Tannat
- Dried fruitPresent in 1% of Tannat