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Picardan
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Picardan or Picardan blanc is a white wine grape which is one of 13 permitted blending grapes within the Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC in Rhône wine region in France, although very little planted.[1][2] The Vitis International Variety Catalogue previously listed Oeillade blanche as the primary name of the variety,[3] but now identifies Araignan as the primary name.[4] However, since the variety is practically unknown for any other use than the Châteauneuf-du-Pape blend, it most commonly goes under the name used for it in that appellation.
Quick Facts Color of berry skin, Species ...
Picardan | |
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Grape (Vitis) | |
![]() Picardan in Viala & Vermorel | |
Color of berry skin | Blanc |
Species | Vitis vinifera |
Also called | Araignan, Oeillade blanche, Picardan blanc |
Origin | France |
Notable regions | Southern Rhône |
Notable wines | Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC |
VIVC number | 527 |
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Picardan gives a wine which considered to be light and rather neutral in character.[1]