ChampagnePinot Meunier is one of the three classic grapes of Champagne, alongside Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, prized for ripening reliably even in cool, damp vintages. It's a natural mutation closely related to Pinot Noir, and while it's rarely bottled on its own, standalone versions show a light body, low tannin, and soft, plush red-fruit flavors.
Also known as Meunier, Müllerrebe, Schwarzriesling.
Primary flavors
Plum Red berry Red cherry
Styles
Light red Sparkling base
Lineage
Pinot Meunier is a mutation of Pinot Noir.
Grown in
Champagne
English wine
Vallée de la Marne
California
Finger Lakes
Santa Barbara County
Sonoma County, California
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