Chasselas Rose
White wine grape variety
Also known as Roter Gutedel
Chasselas Rose is a white wine grape with signature aromas of pear, green apple, white blossom note. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on pear and green-apple fruit with subtle grapey note.
- Anchor Chasselas Rose via medium/medium frame.
Confidence signals
- Chasselas Rose profile
- Coherent medium/medium-axis frame typical of Chasselas Rose.
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Valais · Alsace · Baden
- Classic styles: Pink-skinned mutation of Chasselas (#2473) used for both table and light dry wine expressions · Delicate orchard-fruit profile with low tannin and moderate acidity
Common questions
Is Chasselas Rose a red or white grape variety?
Chasselas Rose is a white wine grape variety.
What does Chasselas Rose smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Chasselas Rose include pear, green apple and white blossom note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Chasselas Rose?
Documented tells for Chasselas Rose: Anchor on pear and green-apple fruit with subtle grapey note. and Anchor Chasselas Rose via medium/medium frame..
What is Chasselas Rose most often confused with in blind tasting?
Chasselas Rose is most commonly confused with Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Chasselas. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Chasselas Rose grown?
Classic regions for Chasselas Rose include Valais, Alsace and Baden.