Grape · White
Chenin Blanc
WhiteWSET level 2
High acidity and highly versatile. Can be made dry, off-dry or sweet. Excellent aging potential. Susceptible to noble rot.
- Origin
- Loire, France
- Climate
- Cool to moderate
- Skin colour
- Green-yellow
- Alcohol
- 11.5-14%
- Ageing potential
- Excellent
Taste profile
Aromas
- Apple
- Pear
- Quince
- Honey
- With age: lanolin, nuts
Where does it grow?
Key wines
- Vouvray
- Savennières
- Quarts de Chaume
- South African Chenin
Food
Pork, poultry, soft cheeses, apple pie
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