Folle Noire
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Noire Folle
Folle Noire is a red wine grape with signature aromas of black cherry, blackberry, violet. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium(+) tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Valdiguie and Baco Noir.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for blackberry-plum fruit with violet spice notes.
- Check medium body with moderate-plus acidity and tannin.
Confidence signals
- Dark-fruit floral cue
- Structured medium frame
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Southwest France · California · Gulf Coast
- Classic styles: Naming stub on Jurançon Noir — prefer that dossier · Folle Noire synonym phrasing of (#5862)
Common questions
Is Folle Noire a red or white grape variety?
Folle Noire is a red wine grape variety.
What does Folle Noire smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Folle Noire include black cherry, blackberry, violet and plum. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium(+) tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Folle Noire?
Documented tells for Folle Noire: Look for blackberry-plum fruit with violet spice notes. and Check medium body with moderate-plus acidity and tannin..
What is Folle Noire most often confused with in blind tasting?
Folle Noire is most commonly confused with Valdiguie, Baco Noir and Isabella. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Folle Noire grown?
Classic regions for Folle Noire include Southwest France, California and Gulf Coast.