Grenache Rose
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Rose Grenache
Grenache Rose is a red wine grape with signature aromas of strawberry, watermelon, white pepper. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Low tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Grenache and Grenache Blanc.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for strawberry-watermelon fruit with subtle pepper.
- Check medium body and dry finish.
Confidence signals
- Ripe red-fruit spice cue
- Medium-bodied dry rose frame
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Provence · Languedoc · Navarra
- Classic styles: Style/selection/colour surface on Grenache (#4461) — prefer the Grenache dossier · Rosé / pink-skinned naming under Grenache Rose phrasing
Common questions
Is Grenache Rose a red or white grape variety?
Grenache Rose is a red wine grape variety.
What does Grenache Rose smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Grenache Rose include strawberry, watermelon and white pepper. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Low tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Grenache Rose?
Documented tells for Grenache Rose: Look for strawberry-watermelon fruit with subtle pepper. and Check medium body and dry finish..
What is Grenache Rose most often confused with in blind tasting?
Grenache Rose is most commonly confused with Grenache, Grenache Blanc and Pinot Noir Rose. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Grenache Rose grown?
Classic regions for Grenache Rose include Provence, Languedoc and Navarra.