Clairette

About this grape variety

Clairette é uma casta branca antiga do sul de França — uma das castas originais dos lotes brancos de Châteauneuf-du-Pape e a estrela do espumante tradicional Clairette de Die. A casta produz brancos aromáticos, de corpo médio, com notas de flor branca, citrinos e maçã madura; exige vinificação cuidada para reter acidez.

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Frequently asked questions

How many Clairette wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for wines made from Clairette across Portuguese online retailers — 23 in the catalogue.

Which regions produce Clairette wines?

Clairette wines on Wine Radar come mainly from Rhône, Provence, Languedoc-Roussillon.

What is Clairette?

Clairette is an old southern French white grape — one of the original Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc blending varieties and the star of Clairette de Die's traditional sparkling wine. The grape produces aromatic, medium-bodied whites with white-flower, citrus and ripe-apple notes; needs careful winemaking to retain acidity.