Mondeuse vs Persan
How to tell them apart in a blind tasting
The clearest separator between Mondeuse and Persan is alcohol: Mondeuse is High while Persan is Low. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
Structure compared
| Structure compared | Mondeuse | Persan |
|---|---|---|
| Acidity | High | High |
| Tannin | Medium(+) | Medium(+) |
| Body | Medium(+) | Medium |
| Alcohol | High | Low |
| Color intensity | Medium | Medium |
| Aromatic intensity | Medium(+) | Medium(+) |
Signature aromas
Mondeuse
blackberryvioletblack pepper
Persan
blackberryvioletblack pepper
Common questions
- How do you tell Mondeuse and Persan apart in a blind tasting?
- The clearest separator between Mondeuse and Persan is alcohol: Mondeuse is High while Persan is Low. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
- Is Mondeuse or Persan higher in alcohol?
- On the WSET ladder, Mondeuse is High and Persan is Low for alcohol.
- Are Mondeuse and Persan red or white?
- Mondeuse and Persan are both red grape varieties.