Arrufiac
White wine grape variety
Also known as Arrufiac Gascogne
Arrufiac is a white wine grape with signature aromas of acacia, green apple, flint. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Semillon and Petit Manseng.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for acacia/flint lift paired with restrained orchard fruit.
- Check freshness as present but not austere.
Confidence signals
- Acacia-mineral profile
- Medium-plus acidity with medium body
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Gascony · Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh · Saint-Mont
- Classic styles: Southwest French blending white adding floral-mineral precision · Medium-bodied white with elegant freshness and subtle orchard fruit
Common questions
Is Arrufiac a red or white grape variety?
Arrufiac is a white wine grape variety.
What does Arrufiac smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Arrufiac include acacia, green apple and flint. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Arrufiac?
Documented tells for Arrufiac: Look for acacia/flint lift paired with restrained orchard fruit. and Check freshness as present but not austere..
What is Arrufiac most often confused with in blind tasting?
Arrufiac is most commonly confused with Semillon, Petit Manseng and Gros Manseng. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Arrufiac grown?
Classic regions for Arrufiac include Gascony, Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh and Saint-Mont.