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3 unusual facts about Gros Manseng


Gros Manseng

While the grape vines of Gros Manseng and Petit Manseng look very similar to each other, there are distinct differences.

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Gros Manseng (sometimes translated: Large Manseng, rarely "Big Manseng") is a white wine grape variety that is grown primarily in South West France, and is part of the Manseng family.

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The vine also produces much higher yields but the resulting wine is less elegant and rich than wine made from Petit Manseng.



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