Roussanne
White wine grape variety
Also known as Bergeron Blanc grape
Roussanne is a white wine grape with signature aromas of chamomile, herbal tea, honey. Structure: Medium(+) body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Viognier and Semillon.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Compare aromatic lift: Roussanne is often more lifted than Marsanne (#7434).
- Look for pear and herbal tea notes with medium-plus body.
Confidence signals
- Pear with herbal-tea nuance
- Textural body with medium-plus acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Northern Rhone · Savoy · California
- Classic styles: Aromatic textural Rhone white · Structured blend with Marsanne (#7434)
Common questions
Is Roussanne a red or white grape variety?
Roussanne is a white wine grape variety.
What does Roussanne smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Roussanne include chamomile, herbal tea and honey. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Roussanne?
Documented tells for Roussanne: Compare aromatic lift: Roussanne is often more lifted than Marsanne (#7434). and Look for pear and herbal tea notes with medium-plus body..
What is Roussanne most often confused with in blind tasting?
Roussanne is most commonly confused with Viognier, Semillon and Marsanne. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Roussanne grown?
Classic regions for Roussanne include Northern Rhone, Savoy and California.