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A white Champagne made entirely from dark-skinned grapes is called…
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Blanc de Noirs Champagne is made from Pinot Noir, Meunier, or both. Dark grape skins do not require a dark wine.
Comité Champagne ↗Gamay is the common thread through the Beaujolais appellations. Its wines can range from youthful and fruity to bottles worth cellaring.
Inter Beaujolais ↗Orange wine uses white grapes with extended skin contact. The skins contribute colour, texture and tannins; oranges are not the ingredient.
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