Summary

Well known white grape used throughout the Northern Rhône and Southern Rhône. It can accumulate high levels of sugar in the vineyard, which are often mitigated by its use in in blends, but single varietal examples are made.

Important Wines

• Hermitage Blanc
  (Outstanding)
• White Châteauneuf-du-Pape
  (Good to Very Good)

Regional Synonyms

• Rousanne

Percentage of Plantings