[1] It yields small harvests and ripens late but is resistant to grey rot.

Wines made from Altesse have exotic aromas, often together with citrus and herbs, and have good acidity.

[1] In the vineyard, Altesse is said to be very similar to the Furmint variety of Hungary.

[1][3] Altesse is the variety used for the appellation Roussette de Savoie as well as Roussette du Bugey in the neighbouring tiny wine region of Bugey.

[1] The "Roussette" wines of Savoy and Bugey are produced both with and without the influence of oak.