Courbu Blanc
White wine grape variety
Also known as Grand Courbu, Hondarrabi Zuri (France/Spain)
Courbu Blanc is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon, grapefruit, white flowers. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Petit Manseng and Gros Manseng.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for grapefruit-citrus line with floral lift and moderate texture.
- Check acidity as fresh but not severe.
Confidence signals
- Citrus-floral Pyrenean profile
- Medium-plus acidity with medium body
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Jurancon · Irouleguy · Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh
- Classic styles: Pyrenean white with citrus freshness and moderate richness · Blend component for dry and sweet southwest French whites
Common questions
Is Courbu Blanc a red or white grape variety?
Courbu Blanc is a white wine grape variety.
What does Courbu Blanc smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Courbu Blanc include lemon, grapefruit and white flowers. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Courbu Blanc?
Documented tells for Courbu Blanc: Look for grapefruit-citrus line with floral lift and moderate texture. and Check acidity as fresh but not severe..
What is Courbu Blanc most often confused with in blind tasting?
Courbu Blanc is most commonly confused with Petit Manseng, Gros Manseng and Colombard. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Courbu Blanc grown?
Classic regions for Courbu Blanc include Jurancon, Irouleguy and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh.