Altesse is a late ripening variety, well suited to the mountainous areas of Savoie and Switzerland. As well as still wine, it's also used in Cremant du Savoie where the almond/bergamot charcteristics add extra depth.
Key Countries and Regions
Mainly cultivated in France (Savoie) and Switzerland. As still wine in appellations; Rousette du Bugey and Rousette de Savoie. Sparking wine
Climate Suitability
It's late ripening nature and hardiness make it well suited to the mountainous French/Swiss/Italian borders.
Colour and Flavours
White grape with red tinge just before harvest. Full bodied, nutty (almond/hazelnut) and aromatic.
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