| Bourboulenc | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
 Bourboulenc in Viala & Vermorel | |
| Color of berry skin | Blanc |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Also called | See list of synonyms |
| Origin | France |
| Notable regions | Southern Rhône, Provence, Languedoc |
| VIVC number | 1612 |
Bourboulenc is a white wine grape variety primarily grown in southern France. The variety is found in the regions Southern Rhône, Provence and Languedoc.[1]
Bourboulenc is a late-ripening grape variety with tight bunches of large grapes, that can be prone to rot in some years. Bourboulenc wine has a good acidity level, body, penetrating character, citrus aromas and a hint of smoke. However, if the grapes are picked too soon, the wines have a thin, neutral taste.[2]
In 2000, there were 800 hectares (2,000 acres) of Bourboulenc in France.[1]
- ^ a b Jancis Robinson, ed. (2006). "Bourboulenc". Oxford Companion to Wine (Third ed.). Oxford: Oxford University Press. p. 100. ISBN 0-19-860990-6.
- ^ Oz Clarke Encyclopedia of Grapes Harcourt Books 2001 ISBN 0-15-100714-4