
Marsanne
Learn about Marsanne — taste profile, popular regions and more …
One of the star whites of the Rhône Valley, vignerons have historically favored Marsanne for its hardy and productive vines. But it actually produces some of the finest and most age-worthy whites available in the world today. Marsanne can make a fruity and delicious single varietal wine as well as a serious, full-bodied version with amazing aging potential. The best examples come from the northern Rhône appellations of Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage and Saint-Joseph, where it is also often blended with Roussanne. Throughout the south of France, Marsanne remains ubiquitous and is often found in blends with Viognier, Rolle (Vermentino) and even Chardonnay.
Tasting Notes for Marsanne
Marsanne is a dry white wine capable of a great deal of depth and texture. Common characteristics include sweet pear, white peach, roasted nuts, white flowers and spice. When aged well it can develop an attractive and silky texture.
Perfect Food Pairings for Marsanne
Lobster, Alaskan king crab, grilled shrimp, grilled chicken with a spice rub and cream-based pasta dishes will be delicious with Marsanne or Marsanne blends.
Sommelier Secrets for Marsanne
Some of the oldest Marsanne vines in the entire world exist not in France but in Australia, in the Victoria region (in southeast Australia where the climate is relatively cool). Settlers called the grape “white Hermitage” and planted it in the mid to late 1800s.
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M. Chapoutier Ermitage de l'Oree Blanc 2012Marsanne from Hermitage, Rhone, France
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Qupe Marsanne 2012Marsanne from Central Coast, California
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M. Chapoutier Ermitage l'Ermite Blanc 2012Marsanne from Hermitage, Rhone, France
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M. Chapoutier Ermitage de l'Oree Blanc (1.5 Liter Magnum) 2012Marsanne from Hermitage, Rhone, France
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M. Chapoutier Crozes Hermitage La Petite Ruche Blanc 2012Marsanne from Crozes-Hermitage, Rhone, France
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Ben Haines Marsanne 2012Marsanne from Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia
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Daisy Creek Vineyard Marsanne 2012Marsanne from Rogue Valley, Oregon
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Jaboulet Crozes-Hermitage Les Jalets Blanc 2012Marsanne from Crozes-Hermitage, Rhone, France
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Wellington Vineyards Estate Vineyard Marsanne 2012Marsanne from Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California
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Cave de Tain Marsanne 2012Marsanne from France
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Delas Crozes Hermitage Les Launes Blanc 2012Marsanne from Crozes-Hermitage, Rhone, France
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Sans Liege Sancha Marsanne 2012Marsanne from Central Coast, California