Bourboulenc

Provence, France

Bourboulenc is an ancient white wine grape variety primarily grown in southern France, particularly in the regions of Southern Rhône, Provence, and Languedoc. It has been cultivated for centuries and is believed to have Greek origins, where it was once known as 'Asprokondoura'. The grape's cultivation area in France decreased by about half in the 1970s but doubled again in the 1980s, with a notable increase in popularity in Languedoc. As of 2000, there were approximately 800 hectares of Bourboulenc planted in France.

Large, tightly packed clusters of medium-sized berries with a greenish-yellow hue.

Bourboulenc is a late-ripening variety that requires ample sunshine and warmth to reach full maturity. It is moderately fertile and thrives in dry, poor soils with little water, making it well-suited to the Mediterranean climate. The grape is resistant to drought and gray mold due to its thick skin but is susceptible to powdery mildew. It is typically pruned short and requires training because of its semi-drooping growth pattern.