🥃 Marc
A French spirit distilled from grape pomace.
Marc is a French spirit made from grape pomace, a strong drink distilled from the skins, seeds and stems left after wine is pressed. The word marc also means the pomace itself. The best-known kinds are Marc de Bourgogne and Marc de Champagne.
The pomace is collected right after pressing and distilled before it spoils. The result is a strong, clear spirit. It is often aged in barrels, after which it turns golden and softer. Marc has a pronounced taste of grapes, herbs and earth. It is a simple strong drink that vineyard workers used to drink.
Various spirits are distilled from pomace. Italian grappa is made in a similar way. Both belong to pomace spirits but differ in style. Marc is often compared to grappa but is more rustic. In France it is protected as a regional product. Strong spirits should be taken in moderation, in small servings, more often after a meal.
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- Part of
- 🥃 Pomace brandy
- Where it is made
- 🗺️ French wine
- Similar and different
- 🥃 Pomace brandy, 🥃 Grappa
Frequently asked questions
What is marc?
A French spirit distilled from grape pomace.
How is marc similar to grappa?
Both are made from pomace, but their styles differ.
Which marcs are best known?
Marc de Bourgogne and Marc de Champagne.
Similar
🥃 Törkölypálinka · 🥃 Orujo · 🥃 Tsipouro · 🥃 Zivania · 🥃 Grappa · 🥃 Chacha
⚠️ Wine contains alcohol: adults only, drink in moderation. Wine usually contains sulphites; egg white or milk proteins are sometimes used for fining — important for allergies and for vegans.