Grape · White
Roussanne
WhiteWSET level 2
More elegant than Marsanne with better acidity. More aromatic with herbal notes. Difficult to grow. Name from russet skin color.
- Origin
- Rhône, France
- Climate
- Warm
- Skin colour
- Russet
- Alcohol
- 12.5-14%
- Ageing potential
- Good
Taste profile
Aromas
- Herbal tea
- Pear
- Honey
- Flowers
- Herbs
Where does it grow?
Key wines
- Hermitage Blanc
- Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc
Food
White meat, grilled fish, vegetable dishes
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