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Synonyms
Altesse is a white grape variety, with its roots in Savoie, France.
The wines show full body, no tannin, medium-high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
The tasting note runs to floral, nutty, hazelnut, almond and bergamot.
It is planted most seriously in Savoie.
In the vineyard it is marked by late ripening, low vigour and a preference for mountainous.
It blends readily with Jacquère.
On other labels it goes by Roussette, Anet, Fusette and Prin Blanc.
At the table it suits escargots, thai green curry and raclette cheese.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
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escargots
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Thai green curry
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raclette cheese
Also labelled.
Roussette, Anet, Fusette, Prin Blanc, Marestel.
Bottles to look for.
- Adrien Vacher Altesse, Roussette de Savoie, France
- Andre & Michel Quenard Les Craies, Roussette de Savoie, France
- Belluard Domaine du Gringet Grandes Jorasses, Vin de Savoie, France
- Charles Gonnet Altesse, Roussette de Savoie, France
- Chevallier-Bernard Roussette de Savoie Marestel, France
- Domaine Carrel & Senger Altesse, Roussette de Savoie, France
- Domaine de Chevillard Roussette de Savoie, France
- Domaine de l'Idylle Roussette de Savoie, France
Altesse: common questions
01.What does Altesse taste like?+
Altesse tastes of floral, nutty, hazelnut, almond and bergamot. The wines show full body, no tannin, medium-high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
02.Where is Altesse from?+
Altesse originates in Savoie, France.
03.Where is Altesse grown?+
The key regions for Altesse are Savoie.
04.What food pairs with Altesse?+
Pour it with escargots, thai green curry and raclette cheese.
05.What else is Altesse called?+
Altesse is also labelled Roussette, Anet, Fusette, Prin Blanc and Marestel.
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of France.