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Vignoles vin blanc tranquille

Origin

French-American hybrid, developed by French hybridiser J.F. Ravat in the early 20th century. A cross between Pinot Noir and a Seibel hybrid. Widely adopted in the Midwest and on the East Coast of the United States.

Growing regions

Mainly in the United States (Indiana, New York, Missouri, Wisconsin, Michigan).

Also known as

Ravat 51

Generic Vignoles — an American hybrid (Ravat 51, created by J.F. Ravat), widely grown in the Great Lakes region (New York, Ohio, Indiana), on various soils with cold continental climates with harsh winters — produces aromatic and fresh whites, often used for sweet or late harvest wines.