Chasselas (shaas-i-LAS)

Ancient, low-acid variety also known as fendant. Best known in the French-speaking part of Switzerland, where, near Lake Geneva, it probably originated. Also cultivated to a smaller extent in Alsace. In Germany it is referred to as gutedel.

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