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Grape Variety: Grenache

Geography: Widely planted throughout Europe, especially Spain. Also grown in Algeria, Israel, Morocco, the USA and Australia.



Viticulture: Very tolerant of heat. Thrives well in the hot climate vineyards of Spain and Southern France.

Varietal/Blend: At its best blended, especially with Shiraz. When blended with Tempranillo improves many Riojas.

Flavor & Character: Ultra ripe, fruity flavors, predominantly strawberry, coupled with a fiery spiciness.

Vinification: Often oaked as part of the Rioja maturation process.

Style: Ranges from good light styles to rich, strong, velvety textured wines.

Body, Dry/Sweet: Wide ranging from light bodied delicious, fruity rosés to rich dessert and fortified wines. Notable for producing warm, full-bodied wines high in alcohol.

Notes: Famous as part of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Rioja. The grape is also known as Garnacha in Spain.

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