Savagnin
Synonymy
In France, this variety can officially be called “Naturé” regarding plant propagation material. In the European Union, Savagnin blanc is officially called by other names: Traminac bijeli (Croatia), Traminec (Slovenia), Traminer (Belgium, Cyprus, Malta), Tramini (Czech republic, Hungary) and Weißer Traminer (Germany).
Registration Information
In France, Savagnin blanc is officially listed in the “Catalogue of vine varieties” on the A list and is classified for wine grapes. This variety is also listed in the catalogues of other Member States of the European Union: Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Malta and Slovenia.
Cultivation and Vine Characteristics
This variety is usually trained and pruned long. It is perfectly adapted to marly terroirs. The bunches and berries are small to very small in size.
Wine Characteristics
Savagnin blanc produces powerful, full-bodied white wines that are well-suited for aging. This variety has a very high sugar accumulation potential while maintaining high acidity levels. Savagnin blanc is especially used for the production of ‘vins jaunes’ (French for ‘yellow wines’).
Susceptibility to Diseases and Pests
Savagnin blanc is relatively resistant to diseases, particularly Botrytis, due to its thick berry skin. However, it is highly susceptible to wood diseases.
Clonal selection in France
The four certified Savagnin blanc clones carry the numbers 611, 612, 613 and 614. A conservatory of 50 or so clones was planted in 1998 in Alsace. An other conservatory of 20 or so clones was planted in the French department of Jura in 2009.
Available Clones
612
Clone appreciated for its superior precocity and the quality of the wines obtained.
Available in: VineTech GrowerSelect, VineTech International, VineTech QuickVineClone Characteristics
- Fertility: Medium
- Production Level: Medium
- Cluster Weight: Medium
Wine Characteristics
- Sugar Potential: Medium
- Acidity: Medium
- Oenological Characteristics: Fine and aromatic wines, suitable for the production of yellow wines.
614
Clone appreciated for its superior precocity and the quality of the wines obtained.
Available in: VineTech GrowerSelect, VineTech International, VineTech QuickVineClone Characteristics
- Fertility: Medium
- Production Level: Medium
- Cluster Weight: Medium to high
Wine Characteristics
- Sugar Potential: Medium to high
- Acidity: Medium
- Oenological Characteristics: Fine and aromatic wines, suitable for the production of yellow wines.
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