Marsanne
/mar-SAN/Marsanne is a full-bodied white grape of the northern Rhône, most famous as the principal variety of the great white Hermitage and Crozes-Hermitage. With naturally low acidity and broad, waxy texture, it produces rich, honeyed wines that gain remarkable complexity and depth with bottle age. In Australia it has found a second home in the blend known as Marsanne-Roussanne.
🍇 White grapefull bodydry
Grape profile
Character & style
| Trait | Character |
|---|---|
| Body | full |
| Acidity | low |
| Tannins | none |
| Sweetness | dry |
| Alcohol tendency | high |
| Origin | Rhône Valley, France |
| Common flavours | pear, honey, ginger, quince, waxy, mineral |
| Aromas | pear, honey, white flower, almond, spice, herb |
Pairing
Best food pairings
- Roast chicken
- seafood in cream sauce
- pork
- soft cheeses
- almond desserts
Where it thrives
Key regions for Marsanne
France, Australia, United States, Switzerland