Marsanne

The Marsanne is in most cases blended with Roussanne. Vinified alone, its wine is lighter than the latter, with low acidity and less bouquet, but with a higher ageing potential. It is mainly grown in the Rhône Valley, a bit in Languedoc (Corbières), Provence (Cassis) and now in Savoie region.
Typical aromas of white peach, dried apricot, beeswax, dried fruits (almond, hazelnut and walnut) and white flowers.