Rode wijnBordeaux, France
Petit Verdot
A late-ripening Bordeaux variety used as a 'seasoning' grape in blends, adding color, tannin, and violet aromatics. Climate change has enabled more single-varietal bottlings.
BodyFull
ZuurgehalteHigh
TanninesHigh
ZoetheidDry
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Petit Verdot means 'little green one' in French, referring to the grape's difficulty ripening in Bordeaux's cool climate.
👃 Proefnotities
Primaire smaken
BlackberryPlumBlack cherry
Secundaire smaken
VioletSageDark chocolateLeather
Aroma's
VioletsPencil shavingsSmoke
🌍 Beroemde wijnregio's
Bordeaux
FranceTraditional blending grape, rarely over 5% of blend
Napa Valley
USAWarmer climate allows full ripening, single varietals
Australia
AustraliaSuccess in warm regions, bold style
Spain
SpainGrowing popularity in warm Spanish regions
🍽️ Perfecte spijscombinaties
Grilled ribeye
Lamb shank
Hard aged cheeses
Dark chocolate
Venison
🌡️ Serveertips
Temperatuur
16-18°C (61-65°F)
Glastype
Large Bordeaux glass
Decanteren
1-2 hours
⏳ Rijpingspotentieel
5-20 years