Petit Verdot Wines

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The Red wine grape Petit Verdot is primarily utilised in traditional Bordeaux blends. It lost popularity in its native location because it ripens considerably later than the other types in Bordeaux, frequently too late. When it does ripen, it somewhat increases the blend's tannin, colour, and flavour.

Because it ripens more consistently in the New World and can be produced into a single varietal wine, petit verdot has caught the interest of winemakers there. Additionally, it aids in'stiffening' the mid-palate of mixes of Cabernet Sauvignon.

Petit Verdot aromas, while young, have been compared to pencil shavings and bananas. As it ages, it takes on strong violet and leather tones.