Grenache Blanc

**Grenache Blanc** is a white grape, the pale-berried cousin of red Grenache, with roots in northern Spain, where it goes by Garnacha Blanca. It is one of the workhorse white varieties of the warm Mediterranean south. **In the glass** — expect a full-bodied, generous wine with modest acidity, flavours leaning toward green apple, fennel, dried herbs and a faintly nutty richness. Its low aromatic intensity is offset by weight and a rounded, oily texture. **Where it grows** — it is at home across the southern Rhône, Languedoc-Roussillon and Catalonia, usually blended with partners like Roussanne, Marsanne, Clairette or Viognier that lend acidity and perfume. In cooler sites or with careful winemaking it stays fresh; in hot vintages it can turn broad and heady. **At the table** — lovely with roast chicken, grilled fish or vegetable dishes rich in olive oil. **Cellaring** — most versions are best young, though barrel-aged or top southern Rhône whites can develop nicely over several years.

Wines

• Almodí Petit Blanc — Altavins Viticultors
• Aristargos — David & Nadia
• Banyuls Blanc — Domaine du Mas Blanc
• Blanc — Nunci
• Blanc — La Vieille Ferme (Perrin & Fils)
• Blanc Belleruche — M. Chapoutier
• Blanc Nature — Famille Perrin / Perrin & Fils
• Blanca — La Bestia
• Blanco — Barón de Ley
• Ceci n'Est Pas Un Rancio Blanc — Mas Delmas
• Château de Beaucastel — Château de Beaucastel
• Châteauneuf du Pape Blanc — Domaine de Marcoux
• Châteauneuf-du-Pape — Domaine du Vieux Lazaret
• Cigonyes Blanc — Perelada
• Costières-de-Nîmes Blanc ButiNages — Château de Nages
• Coteaux du Languedoc Blanc — Château de Cazeneuve
• Côtes du Rhône Blanc — E. Guigal
• Côtes du Rhône Blanc Nature — Famille Perrin
• Côtes du Rhône Saint-François Blanc — Gabriel Meffre
• Côtes du Roussillon Blanc — Château de Jau