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is a red wine grape grown primarily in South West France and, in small
quantities, in California. It is a blending grape that along with
Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Fer, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and
Gamay is used to make the French wine Côtes du Marmandais wines.
Though it shares several synonyms with the Beaujolais grape Gamay,
the two grapes do not share many characteristics. In California, the
grape is sometimes called Early Burgundy as another allusion to the
Gamay grape. The vine produces high yields and vigorous growth with
a relatively high resistance to disease. It tends to bud and ripen
early. [1] The grape can also be found as a varietal in some Vin de
pays wines. The grape is known for its low acidity and high tannin
content.[2] |
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