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An important variety in Champagne, where, vinified white, it aims moreup front appeal of fruit than the Pinot noir when young, and is thereforeessential for early-drinking Champagnes. Its characteristics are more immediate,but less fine and somewhat earthier than those of the Pinot noir. The Pinotmeunier is extensively cultivated in the Marne Valley area of Champagne,where its resistance to frost makes it the most suitable vine.
Synonyms: Auvernat gris Blanche feuiffe, Dusty miffer, Goujan,Gris mounter Moriffon tacone, Mullerrebe, Muller rebe, Muller schwarzrieslingPlant de brie, Schwarzriesling, Wrotham pinot.