Mouyssagues

Mouyssagues is a grape variety native to the Southwest of France, once widely planted throughout the Lot Valley but now limited to less than one hectare. It is known for its vigorous growth and high productivity, though it is now rare and nearly extinct in the vineyards. The grape produces wines that are astringent and deeply colored.

Mouyssagues wines are characterized by their deep color and astringency. The grape's potential for high yields can result in wines with a firm, tannic structure.

Once common in the Lot Valley, Mouyssagues is now found in limited quantities, particularly in the Entraygues-Le Fel and Estaing appellations. It is primarily grown in Aveyron, with only one officially approved clone, number 1.150.

Mouyssagues has several regional synonyms, including Négret, Rouge Menu, and Plant du Pauvre, reflecting its rustic reputation for being a high-yielding yet simple grape.