A rich, textural Rhône white grape; central Victoria is home to some of the oldest Marsanne vines in the world.
History
Marsanne is grown in the northern Rhône, where it makes white Hermitage, often with Roussanne. It is valued for its richness and ability to age.
Marsanne in Australia
Marsanne has a long history in Australia. Tahbilk in the Nagambie Lakes region has some of the world's oldest Marsanne vines, planted in the 1920s. It is also grown in the Yarra Valley and the Barossa.
Tasting notes
Full-bodied with moderate acidity and a waxy texture. Young wines show pear, melon and citrus; with age it develops honeysuckle, honey and nutty characters.