Altesse
White wine grape variety
Also known as Roussette
Altesse is a white wine grape with signature aromas of pear, white peach, acacia blossom. Structure: Medium(+) body, High acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Chardonnay and Viognier.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for pear/peach fruit with alpine freshness and subtle honey-almond detail.
- Check acidity as bright and linear despite medium-plus texture.
Confidence signals
- Pear-floral and almond marker set
- High acidity with medium-plus body
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Savoie · Roussette de Savoie · Bugey
- Classic styles: High-acid alpine French white with texture · Age-worthy floral-orchard white
Common questions
Is Altesse a red or white grape variety?
Altesse is a white wine grape variety.
What does Altesse smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Altesse include pear, white peach and acacia blossom. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, High acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Altesse?
Documented tells for Altesse: Look for pear/peach fruit with alpine freshness and subtle honey-almond detail. and Check acidity as bright and linear despite medium-plus texture..
What is Altesse most often confused with in blind tasting?
Altesse is most commonly confused with Chardonnay, Viognier and Marsanne. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Altesse grown?
Classic regions for Altesse include Savoie, Roussette de Savoie and Bugey.