Petit Manseng

The Petit Manseng grape is a fascinating white wine variety with a distinctive character. The grape originates from the South West of France, particularly the Jurançon region, but it is also found in other areas of South West France, including Gascony and around Madiran and its cultivation has expanded to "New World" wine regions, including parts of the United States, Australia, and elsewhere.

The "petit" in the name refers to its small berries, which have thick skins. The grape is known for its high acidity, even when ripe and can accumulate high sugar levels, making it ideal for sweet wines.

The Petit Manseng grape is used to produce both dry and sweet wines, with sweet styles being particularly renowned, often used in the production of luscious dessert wines. Late-harvesting is common, allowing the grapes to concentrate their sugars.