Klevner (disambiguation)

Klevner is a term used in several contexts within the world of wine, primarily in Alsace, France, and in Switzerland. It can refer to several different grape varieties and wines.

Klevner in Alsace

In Alsace, Klevner or Clevner is a synonym for the Pinot blanc grape, a white wine grape. It is one of the officially permitted grape varieties in the production of Alsace AOC wine. Pinot blanc is a versatile grape, producing wines that range from crisp and refreshing with apple and pear flavors, to rich and full-bodied with notes of honey and spice.

Klevner in Switzerland

In Switzerland, particularly in the Canton of Zurich, Klevner refers to the Räuschling grape. This is a white grape variety that is primarily grown in the German-speaking parts of Switzerland. The wines produced from Räuschling are typically high in acidity with pronounced mineral flavors.

Other uses

The term Klevner can also refer to the Traminer grape, also known as Savagnin, particularly in the context of the Heiligenstein area in Alsace. This is a pink-skinned grape variety that produces highly aromatic wines with flavors of lychee, rose petals, and spice.

See also

• List of grape varieties
• Alsace wine
• Swiss wine