Garanoir

red

Moderate climate

Sister crossing to Gamaret from the same 1970 Agroscope program, by the same parents in the opposite cross. Softer and fruitier than Gamaret; widely used in Romandie blends for approachable mid-tier reds.

Drinks well from 2-6 years; not built for the long cellar.

Climate

Moderate

Regions

1 region

Color

red

Typical Structure & Aromas

Typical profile for this variety. Style varies by region, climate, and winemaking.

Structure

Body

Moderate

Tannins

Integrated

Sweetness

Off-dry

Acidity

Crisp

OakPossible

Aromas

Young

red cherry raspberry sweet spice white pepper plum

Aged

leather dried herbs cocoa tobacco

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Where Garanoir grows

Switzerland

Geneva

Sister crossing to Gamaret from the same 1970 Agroscope program; softer, fruitier red used in blends

Food Pairings

roast chicken

charcuterie

soft cheese

pasta

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