Grenache Blanc

Color	White
Vigor	High
Budbreak	Early
Harvest	Midseason

Origin/History
Grenache Blanc is the 4th most widely planted white grape in France, and its crisp acids complement many of the lower-acid white Rhone varietals. Tablas Creek was the first to import Grenache Blanc into the United States, and it was recognized by the BATF in 2003.

Wine
Has firm acidity, green apple and citrus flavors, and white flower aromatics.

Clone Info Currently Available

TCVS A
PLANT: Vigorous and productive. Early to mid Budbreak and mid ripening. Moderate mildew and Botrytis pressure. Needs to be closely planted with productions held to 3.5 tons/acre. A revelation in our climate and calcareous soils! Large clusters with moderately large berries. Resists dry conditions well. Cordon prune. Average brix at harvest 25 to 27 with ph of 3.2 to 3.4.

WINE: Heady, structured, citrus, fruity and mineral wines. Holds great acidity at high sugars. Cellar treatment: Whole cluster pressing, 90% stainless steel. Native yeasts and malo.