Altesse
Variety of grape / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Altesse?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
"Roussette" redirects here. For another French wine grape that is also known as Roussette, see Jacquère.
"Roussette" redirects here. For yet another French wine grape that is also known as Roussette, see Roussanne.
Altesse or Roussette is a white French wine grape variety found primarily in the Savoy wine region of France.[1] It yields small harvests and ripens late but is resistant to grey rot. Wines made from Altesse have exotic aromas, often together with citrus and herbs, and have good acidity. They are considered to age well.[1]
Quick Facts Color of berry skin, Species ...
Altesse | |
---|---|
Grape (Vitis) | |
Color of berry skin | Blanc |
Species | Vitis vinifera |
Also called | Altesse Blanche, Roussette, and other synonyms |
Origin | France |
Notable regions | Savoy, Bugey |
Notable wines | Roussette de Savoie |
VIVC number | 354 |
Close
In the vineyard, Altesse is said to be very similar to the Furmint variety of Hungary.[2] The origin of Altesse is subject to various claims, including an origin in Cyprus, but a French origin seems more probable.[1][3]