Varietal Garnacha Blanca
varietal
Recognized as Spanish in origin, this is a mutation of the red grenache with which it shares the same ampelographic characteristics. It adapts very well to hot, dry climates but the cooler areas give it a delightful character due to the higher level of acids.
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Alcohol percentage
13% Vol. -
Grapes
Garnacha -
Flavours
A beautiful light golden yellow colour with white gold highlights. Subtle, elegant nose reminiscent of hawthorn, citrus fruit (kumquat, lime) and nectarine. -
Best served with
Grilled or fried fish, roast chicken, seafood vol-au-vents, tagines, salmon with dill, sea bream with fennel, spiced cod fillet, Basque Etoki or Brillat-Savarin cheese.
Extra info
It is generally found in large quantities in the north-eastern Iberian Peninsula and in the French Eastern Pyrenees. It grows abundantly in the regions of Tarragona, Zaragoza and Teruel. It is the main grape variety in the appellations of Alella, Costers del Segre, Tarragona and Terra Alta. It is rarely found in Rioja and Cariñena.
