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Information about Chenin Blanc

Allochthonous

(International)

Grape variety	Chenin Blanc
Synonyms	pineau, pineau de la Loire
Grape colour	White grape
Aromas	Neutral
Variety	Allochthonous
Vigour	Very good
Ripening	Late
Areas of cultivation	White-grape vine originally in the Loire valley and also called Pineau or Pineau de la Loire, chenin blanc has been successfully transplanted to the Americas, South Africa, Israel and Oceania.
Ampelographic features	Leaf: medium size; Both the flap and the lobes are contorted; Lower brutal and arachnid side on the ribs, brutal and tomentosa on the flap; Surface with fine bollosity, dark green; Red petiole point; Partially red ribs on the top, green or partially red on the bottom. Bunch: medium, compact; Visible peduncle, herbaceous; Axis of the non-colored spine. Acino: white, uniformly colored, ellipsoid, medium and regular; Regular cross section; Navel not infossato; Colorless juice; Fine peel; Juicy flesh, simple flavor; Short or medium length pedicel.
Characteristics of the wine obtained from this grape variety	This type typically produces fresh, medium-bodied, moderately alcoholic and medium-high, sweet and sparkling wines. The wines made with Chenin blanc are very fragrant, with aromas of honey, flowers, wet straw, smoke and wet wool. The characteristic tastes include ripe apple, pear, peach and soft honey notes and high quality Chenin Blanc can have a long, persistent sweet ending. Some wine has the ability to age for decades due to high levels of acidity and remarkable sugary residues.