Varietal: Grolleau
Grolleau (or Groslot) is a red grape grown only in the Loire Valley. It is highly acidic and is used mainly for blending, especially in sparkling wines and rosé. In rare cases it is used by itself. Appellations that use Grolleau include:
- Rose d'Anjou
- Rosé de Loire
- Saumur Brut Rosé
- Touraine
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Loire Valley wines set the international standard for Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc. Loire Valley Pinot Noir, Malbec and Gamay are also excellent. And Melon de Bourgonge (Muscadet) Grolleau and Pineu d’Aunis are grown nowhere else.
