Blending Partners Flashcards
1
Q
Mazuelo
A
Acidity, structure rich red fruit with herbs and spices
Rioja - Tempranillo
2
Q
Garnacha Tinta
A
Queen of Rioja Oriental
High ABV, softer body and texture (L-M Tannins), structure
Strawberry, raspberry, spicy pepper
Rioja - Tempranillo
3
Q
Graciano
A
Deep color, high tannin, acidity to help ageing wines, rich red fruit
Rioja - Tempranillo
4
Q
Maturana Tinta
A
Rioja - Tempranillo
Deep color & herbaceous aromas
5
Q
DO Binissalem Vinos Negro
A
Manto Negro (provides color and structure) & Gorgollassa
Mallorca
6
Q
DO Binissalem Vinos Blanco
A
Prensal Blanc (Moll) & Moscatel
7
Q
Garnacha Tintorera
A
Added for color, savory aromatics and longevity. (Murcia with Monastrell)
8
Q
Monastrell
A
Garnacha Tintorera
Some international varieties are used to tame Monastrell’s aggressive character
