The red grape variety (also François Noir Femelle) comes from France. It must not be confused with the variety Bachet Noir (with synonym François Noir). It is an all-female grape variety. According to DNA analyses carried out in 2012, it is probably a natural cross between Gouais Blanc x Pinot. However, this is based on only 20 DNA markers (see molecular genetics). In 2016 no stock was reported (Kym Anderson).
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