A WHITE GRAPE
Bourboulenc
What Bourboulenc tastes like
Bourboulenc is a white grape that appears in 8 of the appellations in our table. Where it is grown at its best known, the style is described this way: full-bodied, ripe red blends with garrigue spice, supple tannin and alcoholic warmth; whites are rich and aromatic, a small share of production.
Where Bourboulenc grows
Our appellations table names Bourboulenc in 8 wine regions. The ones with the most wines in our database are Châteauneuf-du-Pape (France), Vacqueyras (France), Ventoux (France), Minervois (France), Vaucluse (France), Languedoc Pézenas (France), Courthézon (France) and Côtes du Vivarais (France).
How the place changes the glass
- Châteauneuf-du-Pape (France): Full-bodied, ripe red blends with garrigue spice, supple tannin and alcoholic warmth; whites are rich and aromatic, a small share of production. Climate: hot Mediterranean, with the Mistral wind and strong sunshine.
- Vacqueyras (France): Medium to full-bodied reds with garrigue, ripe fruit, and spice; mineral whites. Climate: warm Mediterranean with Mistral winds.
- Ventoux (France): Rustic, fruit-forward reds with Provençal herbs; fresh, dry whites; bone-dry rosés. Climate: warm, dry Mediterranean; Mistral wind ventilates heat.
- Minervois (France): Hearty, fruit-forward reds with wild herb notes and good structure; fresh, aromatic whites and pale rosés. Climate: warm Mediterranean with moderate altitude cooling.
What to eat with Bourboulenc
- In Châteauneuf-du-Pape: Roasted lamb, Provençal stew, game birds, herb-crusted beef, Mediterranean vegetable dishes.
- In Vacqueyras: Game, herb-crusted lamb, Provençal vegetable tapenade, roasted chicken.
- In Ventoux: Herbed lamb, Provençal vegetable gratin, goat cheese, grilled sausage.
Bourboulenc in our cellar
The appellations above account for about 2,783 Bourboulenc wines in the Sommurai database, which is how we know which regions pour it most.
Grapes to try next
If you like Bourboulenc, these white grapes are worth a glass: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chenin Blanc and Albarino.
Quick answers
Where is Bourboulenc grown?
Our appellations table names Bourboulenc in 8 wine regions, including Châteauneuf-du-Pape (France), Vacqueyras (France), Ventoux (France), Minervois (France) and Vaucluse (France).
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