Roussanne

About this grape variety

Parceira de lote tradicional da Marsanne nos brancos do Ródano Norte, a Roussanne traz finura, complexidade aromática (pera, mel, chá de ervas, flores brancas) e acidez natural viva. A casta é difícil — cachos pequenos, produções baixas, maturação tardia — mas dá alguns dos brancos mais refinados do Ródano. Também é casta permitida no Châteauneuf-du-Pape branco e central a vários grandes engarrafamentos de Beaucastel Vieilles Vignes.

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Frequently asked questions

How many Roussanne wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for wines made from Roussanne across Portuguese online retailers — 43 in the catalogue.

Which regions produce Roussanne wines?

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

What is Roussanne?

The traditional blending partner of Marsanne in northern Rhône whites, Roussanne brings finesse, aromatic complexity (pear, honey, herbal tea, white flowers) and bright natural acidity. The grape is difficult — small clusters, low yields, late ripening — but yields some of the Rhône's most refined whites. Also a…