Molette
White wine grape variety
Also known as Molette Savoie
Molette is a white wine grape with signature aromas of citrus, green apple, white flowers. Structure: Light body, Medium(+) acidity, Low alcohol. Often confused with Altesse and Jacquere.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for delicate citrus/apple profile with gentle aromatic intensity.
- Check body as light and alcohol as modest.
Confidence signals
- Delicate Seyssel profile
- Medium-plus acidity with low body
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Seyssel · Bugey · Savoie
- Classic styles: Light alpine white used for still and traditional-method sparkling wines · Delicate mountain white with fresh acidity and subtle aromatics
Common questions
Is Molette a red or white grape variety?
Molette is a white wine grape variety.
What does Molette smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Molette include citrus, green apple and white flowers. Structural profile: Light body, Medium(+) acidity, Low alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Molette?
Documented tells for Molette: Look for delicate citrus/apple profile with gentle aromatic intensity. and Check body as light and alcohol as modest..
What is Molette most often confused with in blind tasting?
Molette is most commonly confused with Altesse, Jacquere and Chasselas. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Molette grown?
Classic regions for Molette include Seyssel, Bugey and Savoie.