White Wine Grape Varieties from France Codexery

Knipperlé

An Alsatian white grape, sibling of Chardonnay, used in local blends.

Knipperlé is a traditional French white wine grape from Alsace, not permitted in AOC wines but used in local blends. It is a sibling of Chardonnay, being a cross of Gouais blanc and Pinot.

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Species: Vitis vinifera
Also called: Ortlieber (more)
Origin: France
Regions: Alsace

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