**Terret Noir** is a red grape from the Languedoc in southern France, and one of the old traditional varieties permitted in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. It belongs to the wider Terret family, which unusually includes black, grey and white-berried forms on closely related vines. **In the glass** — it is valued for freshness, giving lightly coloured, relatively pale reds with brisk acidity, light tannin and a peppery, herbal edge that lends nerve to a blend. **Where it grows** — its base is the Languedoc, and it also appears in small amounts in the southern Rhône, where it plays a supporting role in Châteauneuf-du-Pape rather than a starring one. **At the table** — as a blend component it suits grilled meats and rustic Mediterranean dishes. **Cellaring** — prized for its refreshing quality rather than power; generally not a variety made for long ageing on its own.
Wines
- Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape — Château de Beaucastel (Famille Perrin)
- Cuvée du Vatican Châteauneuf-du-Pape — Château Sixtine
- Domaine du Vieux Lazaret Rouge — Domaine du Vieux Lazaret - Jérôme Quiot
Frequently asked questions
What wines are made from Terret Noir?
Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Cuvée du Vatican Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine du Vieux Lazaret Rouge.