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Pinot Meunier

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Vinifera

Type
Pinot Meunier

France

Origin
Berry Color

Black

Clones Available - FPS number listed

01, 06

Also Known As

Meunier

Certified

Yes

Resistance

No

Where it's Grown

France; small plantings in Germany, Canada, Oregon and New York

Fun Facts

Color mutation of Pinot Noir

Viticulture Characteristics

Early budding and ripening - but buds out later and ripens earlier than Pinot Noir. Favors colder climates and rich clay soils.

Wine Characteristics

Famously used as a blending grape in Champagne, single varietals are more fruity than Pinot Noir, however they do not age as well.

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