Synonyms include Celar, Gros Monsieur, Picargniot, Romain and Romano. Recent (2001) DNA analysis has established that this variety is possibly a cross between Pinot Noir and Argant. Red-wine producing grape grown in area close to Chablis region of Northern Burgundy, France. Mainly blended with Pinot Noir to create a light red wine known as "Bourgogne Irancy". Also some acreages in Argentina and Chile where it is reportedly used to produce a varietal wine labeled as Cesar (?).