Cépages noble

Cépages nobles

French term for the best and noblest Grape the world. The use of these varieties is of course not automatically and in every case a top wine, but they are very common in these - either as a single varietal or blend partner. There are no measurable criteria that allow an assignment of this "circle of the elect" clearly. Even among experts are not called to 100% the same varieties, but there is a relatively high level of agreement. An important criterion is a possible world-wide distribution in many countries. In other words, have demonstrated that the vines and the wines gained from their high quality under various climatic conditions and different vinification methods and found the highest recognition. Most often mentioned are the red varieties Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot , Nebbiolo , Pinot Noir and Syrah ( Shiraz ), And the white wines Chardonnay , Chenin Blanc , Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc .

According to the famous wine critic Robert Robert Parker also include in his opinion, under appreciated species Grenache Noir , Malbec and Tempranillo to do so. It should be mentioned that there are a number of often autochthonous Varieties are the regularly produce top quality wines in specified regions. Many wine-producing countries can provide examples in this regard. For Austria, this can Veltliner For Switzerland Chasselas For France Cinsaut and Tannat For Italy, Barbera and Sangiovese For Hungary Furmint For South Africa Pinotage and for California Zinfandel be cited. Top products from this grape is characterized as a rule a long Durability and durability. See also Century wine and most expensive wines in the world .