Chenanson is a red grape variety, with its roots in Languedoc-Roussillon and Provence, France.
The wines show medium body, medium tannin, high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
The tasting note runs to blackberry, spice, plum and earth.
It is planted most seriously in Languedoc-Roussillon and Provence.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, vigorous vigour and a preference for hot and dry.
On other labels it goes by INRA 1509-149.
At the table it suits skirt steak with paprika butter, roasted eggplant stuffed with ground lamb and charcuterie.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
INRA 1509-149.
Bottles to look for.
- Colline de l'Hirondelle Ventilo Rose, Vin de France
- Gregory White La Famille, Vin de France
- Le Clau de Lise Singulier, Vin de France
Chenanson: common questions
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Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of France.