Marsanne is a white wine variety from the Rhone region the in the South of France where it is used in several appellations. For many years Chateau Tahbilk, now Tahbilk was the acknowledged champion of the variety in Australia, but there are now many more wineries using this fine variety.

Marsanne wines are quite enjoyable as young wines but they do age well. After about five years in the bottle the wines develop wonderful bouquets reminiscent of honeysuckle and baked apple.

Younger Marsannes with their crisp acidity can be enjoyed with seafood and antipasta. If you are lucky or patient enough to have a mellow, aged Marsanne then perhaps you could try it with roast chicken or perhaps baked fish.

You can find out more about this exciting variety at Vinodiversity’s page Marsanne in Australia

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