French Wine Grapes

A detailed guide to the grapes used in French winemaking.

Key French Wine Grapes

Merlot Grape

Merlot

Known for its soft tannins and plummy flavors. Often used in blends.

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Cabernet Sauvignon Grape

Cabernet Sauvignon

A powerful red grape, producing full-bodied wines with black fruit flavors.

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Chardonnay Grape

Chardonnay

Versatile grape producing a wide range of wines, from crisp and unoaked to rich and buttery.

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Other Important Grapes

Pinot Noir Grape

Pinot Noir

A delicate red grape producing elegant wines with cherry and earthy notes.

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Sauvignon Blanc Grape

Sauvignon Blanc

A herbaceous white grape producing wines with grassy and citrus flavors.

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