Herbemont
Herbemont
Parentage Unknown, Nicholas Herbemont 1798
This rare grape produces a pale peach colored wine, firm but tender texture and a hint of refreshing bitterness. Herbemont has a long history—it is planted on six continents and is becoming newly-discovered by new audiences. Herbemont is becoming increasingly sought after each year.
Vine Characteristics
Very vigorous and challenging grape.
Tiny, mauve-colored berries.
Medium-loose spaced clusters, yet very susceptible to sour rot.
Leaves are larger, pale green and profoundly lobed.
Subject to cracking during heavy rainfall during ripening because of its thin skins.
Exceedingly difficult and uneven ripening.
Frost damage can be detrimental if it blooms too soon.
Winemaker’s Notes
Pleasant moderate acidity, low alcohol.
Press juice is light pink or no color.
A white wine that is treated like a red.
Extended skin contact does not extract distinct color, nor intense aromatics.
Not a fruity wine.
Can have an oregano herbal quality.
Does not go through malolactic fermentation.
Wines Made from Herbemont
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