This article explores the history and characteristics of Garnacha, a Spanish grape variety that has recently experienced a resurgence in popularity. It details its origins, global distribution, winemaking style, and notable producers.
Wine made from garnacha is typically light in colour, aromatic, relatively high in alcohol, with soft tannins and sweet ripe fruit.in the world. Figures show that it has slipped to seventh place, mainly due to uprooting schemes in Spain and France . Yet over the last few years, garnacha has become distinctly fashionable.
Wine made from garnacha is typically light in colour, aromatic, relatively high in alcohol, with soft tannins and sweet ripe fruit. It can also have an appealing spiciness. Much, however, depends on where the vines are grown. Garnacha grown in cooler sites can be deeper in colour, lower in alcohol and more elegant in style. In the right hands, the wines can be spectacular. I have featured the fragrant, elegant wines from Spanish producer Commando G several times before.
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