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Key regions
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Synonyms
Grolleau Noir is a red grape variety, and it traces back to Loire Valley, France.
Structurally it lands at light body, low tannin, medium acidity, off-dry and medium alcohol.
Look for sour cherry and herbaceous.
The regions that matter for it are Loire Valley.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, high-yielding vigour and a preference for suited to various climates.
Watch for the synonyms: Grolleau and Groslot.
At the table it suits pan-fried tofu with soy and mirin, paté and red peppers stuffed with goats’ cheese.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Food pairings.
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pan-fried tofu with soy and mirin
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paté
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red peppers stuffed with goats' cheese
Also labelled.
Grolleau, Groslot.
Bottles to look for.
- 1006 Vins de Loire 'Majorelle' Grolleau Noir, IGP Val de Loire, France
- Bruno Rochard Domaine de Mirebeau Le Gue des Muriers, Loire, France
- Catherine et Pierre Breton 'Le Grolleau', IGP Val de Loire, France
- Clau de Nell Grolleau, Loire, France
- Deboutbertin 'Baliverne' Grolleau Noir, Loire, Vin de France
- Domaine Andree L'Envolee, IGP Val de Loire, France
- Domaine de Montgilet Grolleau Rouge, IGP Val de Loire, France
- Domaine Leduc-Frouin Rose d'Anjou, Loire, France
Grolleau Noir: common questions
01.What does Grolleau Noir taste like?+
Grolleau Noir tastes of sour cherry and herbaceous. Structurally it lands at light body, low tannin, medium acidity, off-dry and medium alcohol.
02.Where is Grolleau Noir from?+
Grolleau Noir originates in Loire Valley, France.
03.Where is Grolleau Noir grown?+
The key regions for Grolleau Noir are Loire Valley.
04.What food pairs with Grolleau Noir?+
Pour it with pan-fried tofu with soy and mirin, paté and red peppers stuffed with goats' cheese.
05.What else is Grolleau Noir called?+
Grolleau Noir is also labelled Grolleau and Groslot.
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of France.