Wine Region: Saint-Péray AOC (still and sparkling white wines)

Marsanne is a white grape closely associated with the Northern Rhône, where it often shares the blend with Roussanne. Inter Rhône describes its wines as powerful, with medium-to-low acidity, floral aromas and hazelnut notes that can deepen with age. The same grape has more than one role: it contributes to blends farther south, while Saint-Péray uses it for both still and sparkling white wines. In the vineyard, its mid-ripening and generous production—especially on fertile soils—make site and crop balance important parts of the story.

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