French Grapes
Auxerrois Blanc
Auxerrois Blanc (Auxerrois Blanc de Laquenexy) is a white grape from in the region of Alsace.
Auxerrois is not related Pinot Blanc. However, many wines sold as Pinot Blanc in Alsace are made entirely from Auxerrois.
Auxerrois Flavors
Auxerrois can show a range of flavors from Lemon Zest to Apple, Peach, and Melon.
 Lemon Zest |
 Apple |
 Peach |
 Melon |
Alsace Wine Production in Hectares
Alsace is dominated by white wine. 90% of all Alsace wine is white.
The most famous sparkling wine is Crémant de Alsace
| Grape | 1969 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Riesling | 1200 | 3350 |
| 2. Pinot Blanc | 1040 | 3320 |
| 3. Gewürztraminer | 1950 | 3150 |
| 4. Pinot Gris | 390 | 2460 |
| 5. Pinot Noir | 200 | 1670 |
| 6. Sylvaner | 2580 | 920 |
| 7. Muscat | 340 | 350 |
| 8. Chardonnay | 0 | 200 |
| 9. Chasselas | 1000 | 70 |
| Total | 9440 | 15600 |
Source: Conseil Interprofessional Vins d’Alsace.
