Grape · Red
Charbono
Also known as Douce Noire in Savoie or Bonarda in Argentina
Warm climate
About
A rare, deeply colored red grape that found a second life in California after nearly disappearing from its origins in France's Savoie (where it's called Douce Noire) and Argentina (Bonarda). Produces rustic, tannic wines with dark fruit. A handful of old-vine plantings survive in Napa Valley.
Typical profile
Body
Rounded
Tannins
Firm
Acidity
Crisp
Sweetness
Dry
Aromas
What the grape gives up young, and what it grows into with time in bottle.
Oak influence
Common
Aging
Ages well for 5-10 years, developing earthy complexity.
Food pairings
Braised beef short ribsGrilled tri-tip with chimichurriWood-fired lamb sausagesAged cheddar with dried fruitSlow-cooked beef chiliSmoked brisket