Marsanne

About this grape variety

A rich, full-bodied northern Rhône white grape, Marsanne is often blended with Roussanne in white Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage and Saint-Joseph. The grape produces wines of moderate acidity, pear, quince, almond and honeyed aromatics, and a textured, slightly waxy palate. Marsanne handles oak well and can age 10–20 years from top sites. Also planted significantly in Australia's Goulburn Valley.

Frequently asked questions

How many Marsanne wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for wines made from Marsanne across Portuguese online retailers — 44 in the catalogue.

Which regions produce Marsanne wines?

Marsanne wines on Wine Radar come mainly from Lisboa, Rhône, Tejo, Alentejo, Burgundy.

What is Marsanne?

A rich, full-bodied northern Rhône white grape, Marsanne is often blended with Roussanne in white Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage and Saint-Joseph. The grape produces wines of moderate acidity, pear, quince, almond and honeyed aromatics, and a textured, slightly waxy palate. Marsanne handles oak well and can age 10–20…