Pineau d’Aunis is a red grape variety, and it traces back to Loire Valley, France.
Structurally it lands at medium body, medium-low tannin, medium acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for pepper, red fruit, herbs, spice and floral.
In the cellar it meets neutral oak.
The regions that matter for it are Anjou, Saumur, Cheverny and Coteaux du Loir.
In the vineyard it is marked by mid ripening, moderate vigour and a preference for temperate.
It blends readily with Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon, Gamay and Pinot Noir.
Watch for the synonyms: Aunis, Chenin Noir and Plant de Mayet.
At the table it suits french-style chicken in vinegar with peppered polenta, thai-style beef salad with chilis and seared duck ramen.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Aunis, Chenin Noir, Plant de Mayet.
Bottles to look for.
- Ackerman 'X' Brut Rose, Loire, France
- Ariane Lesne Domaine de Montrieux 'Grandgousier' Pineau d'Aunis, Vin de France
- Calvez Bobinet Aunis, Vin de France
- Chateau Yvonne 'Bay Rouge' Pineau d'Aunis, IGP Val de Loire, France
- Deboutbertin L'Aunis Etoile Pineau d'Aunis, Loire, Vin de France
- Domaine Frederic Mabileau 'Hypnotic' Pet Nat, Loire, Vin de France
- Domaine Gigou Coteaux du Loir Pineau d'Aunis, Loire, France
- Domaine Joel & Thierry Delaunay Touraine Rose Les Cabotines, Loire, France
Pineau d'Aunis: common questions
01.What does Pineau d'Aunis taste like?+
02.Where is Pineau d'Aunis from?+
03.Where is Pineau d'Aunis grown?+
04.What food pairs with Pineau d'Aunis?+
05.What else is Pineau d'Aunis called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of France.