Glossary

Bouvier

/boo-VYAY/

Austrian white grape used for sweet wines.

Grape Varieties

Full Definition

Bouvier is a white grape variety grown primarily in Austria and occasionally Slovenia. It produces early-ripening, low-acid grapes susceptible to botrytis, making it suitable for sweet wines. Its neutral character makes it less interesting for dry wines. Named after breeder Clotar Bouvier.

Related Terms

austria botrytis sweet

See Also

dessert wine austrian wine

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