18. Grenache Flashcards
What climate does Grenache grow in?
Warm
What level of sugar does Grenache typically have?
High levels of sugar
What level of acidity does Grenache usually have?
Low acidity
What level of tannins does Grenache usually have?
Low to medium tannins
What flavours does Grenache usually exhibit?
Red fruit flavours - strawberry, red plum, red cherry
Spice - white pepper, liquorice
What wines does Grenache make?
Rose wines & blended to make red wines
What grapes is Grenache blended with in France?
Syrah
What grapes in Grenache/Garnache blended with in Spain?
Tempranillo
What sweetness are rose wines made from Grenache?
Dry to medium sweetness
What flavours may develop in Grenache due to bottle ageing?
Earth
Meat
Dried fruit
Caramel
Why may Syrah/Tempranillo be added to Grenache?
To add colour, acidity and tannins
Where are key regions for Grenache/Garnacha?
3 countries, 8 regions
France - Southern Rhone (Cotes du Rhone, Chateauneuf-du-Pape), South of France (Minervois)
Spain - Rioja, Navarra, Priorat
Australia - Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale
What Rhone cru is famous for Grenache blends?
Chateauneuf-du-Pape
What characteristics are common in Southern Rhone vineyards that are crus?
Large round stones cover the vineyards that absorb heat during the day and radiate it back at night - helps Grenache achieve full ripeness
What grape exhibits the following characteristics: Thin skins Medium-full bodied Low to medium tannins Low acidity Red fruit and spice flavours Can be red or rose wines Often blended with other grapes?
Grenache/Garnacha
