Prié blanc

The Prié Blanc grape is an ancient white variety native to Italy’s Valle d’Aosta, although its exact origins remain uncertain. Some believe it may have originated in Savoy or Valais, but it is in this high-altitude Alpine region that Prié Blanc has truly evolved, developing its unique genetic characteristics over centuries.

Adapted to extreme mountain conditions, Prié Blanc ripens early and is known for its naturally high acidity. Its resilience to spring frosts makes it one of the few grape varieties capable of thriving at altitudes exceeding 1,000 meters, where most traditional vines would struggle. These harsh conditions have also contributed to its resistance to phylloxera, allowing the vine to survive ungrafted in areas others could not.

Prié Blanc features medium-sized, round white berries with thin, translucent skins of pale golden yellow, often with a slightly waxy texture. The bunches are typically medium, cylindrical-conical, sometimes winged, and moderately compact. Leaves are medium-small with three or five lobes.

This early-ripening vine has medium vigor and typically offers regular, abundant yields. Prié Blanc produces wines of pale straw yellow with greenish reflections. The aroma is delicate and refined, offering fruity and herbaceous notes, often reminiscent of fresh-cut hay. On the palate, the wine is dry, crisp, and vibrant, making it ideal for both still and sparkling expressions.