9 Grape varieties with character...
None of the grape varieties constitute more than 60% of the different varieties grown. Each grape variety enhances the wines with the complexity and luminosity that is so characteristic of Tavel wines.
Syrah
powerful aroma of red fruits.
Mourvèdre
incomparable colour and aromatic freshness.
Cinsault
aromatic elegance.
Clairette
unctuousness and depth, flowery aromas.
Grenache
balance and strength.
Bourboulenc
fresh, flowery tones.
Carignan
tannin, colour and fruit, guarantee of elegance.
Picpoul
"cultural exception", finess of flowery flavours.
Calitor
extremely rare, this variety forms an integral part of the history of Tavel vine-growers.