Where Marselan™ is Grown & Produced

Paul Truel was truly ahead of his time when he created Marselan in 1961, long before climate change became a critical concern. Its natural disease resistance makes it ideal for organic and sustainable viticulture, and its adaptability to various soils and climates allows it to express a broad range of flavors. This late-ripening grape thrives in dry, hot conditions, making it a strong candidate to replace many current varietals weakened by climate change. Marselan is known for its richer flavors, deeper colors, and tannic structure with great aging potential, which is why it’s often referred to as the “Grape of the Future.”

Beyond its French homeland—where Marselan has been cultivated since 1990 and now covers 6,000 hectares (50% of global production)—it has found success in China (since 2001, now with 1,260 hectares), where it is the second most prized grape after Cabernet Sauvignon.

Marselan’s influence continues to grow, spreading across more than 25 countries, both above and below the 30-degree latitude line. Some key regions include:

• Spain (since 1990, now 40 hectares in Catalonia)
• Portugal
• USA (since 2007)
• Canada (since 2013) WineExpert LE21 $109 
• Brazil (since 2007)
• Argentina (since 2008, with 80 hectares in Mendoza)
• Uruguay (200 hectares)
• Chile (25 hectares)
• Mexico
• Australia      Legacy Peak "Lanyu" $55
• India
• South Africa     Waverly Hills $130 
• Morocco
• Tunisia
• Israel     Dadah Reserve Marselan 2017 $139 & Recanati Reserve $86
• Lebanon
• Turkey
• Serbia (now with 85 hectares)
• Montenegro
• Croatia
• Bulgaria
• Romania
• Hungary
• Azerbaijan
• Russia
• Switzerland
• Italy

Marselan's global spread continues, offering a promising future as it adapts to diverse climates while maintaining its quality and unique characteristics.

Notable Chinese Wines: In China, Marselan is being produced in high-end blends and varietal wines. For example, Domaine de Long Dai Qiu Shan offers a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Marselan, and 19% Cabernet Franc by Domaines Barons de Rothschild Lafite, priced at $350 a bottle. The vines are 15 years old. Additionally, Domaine Franco-Chinois, which boasts some of the oldest Marselan vines in China (20 years), offers a 100% Marselan Reserve priced at $200. (For comparison, France has Marselan vines over 40 years old.)

Marselan’s global presence continues to increase, proving its adaptability and promise for the future of viticulture.

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