Clairette
A white variety, originally from France
Summary
Lightly pigmented grape that is most often used in blends, although single varietal dry, sparkling and fortified wines are also made. The variety oxidizes very rapidly, and, due to sugar accumulation and low acidity, can make out of balance wines if harvest is not carefully managed.
Important Wines
Regional Synonyms
- Clairet
- Clairette Blanche
Percentage of Plantings
Varietal Facts(2016 data)
Global Rank
165th
Global Plantings (%)
New World Plantings