The variety of grapes (red or white) used for making French wines is usually named for the region in France where it’s grown. Here are some French wine types and the main grape used for making it:
| Wine Type | Principal Grape(s) |
|---|---|
| Beaujolais | Gamay |
| Bordeaux (red) | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc |
| Bordeaux (white) | Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon |
| Burgundy (red) | Pinot Noir |
| Burgundy (white) | Chardonnay |
| Chablis | Chardonnay |
| Champagne | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier |
| Côtes du Rhône | Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre |
| Pouilly-Fuissé | Chardonnay |
| Pouilly-Fumé | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Sancerre | Sauvignon Blanc |