Characteristics of red garnacha grape

Characteristics and varieties of the red garnacha grape

The Garnacha Tinta grape is a red grape variety that is grown all over the world, but mainly in Spain, France and the United States. Here are some of the most outstanding characteristics of this grape variety:

• Colour: Red Garnacha is known for its intense dark red color and its deep purple hue.
• Taste: This grape variety is known for its fruity flavor, which can include notes of berries, cherries, strawberries and spices.
• Aroma: Red Garnacha has an intense and complex aroma that can include notes of red fruits, spices, licorice, tobacco and leather.
• Aging: This grape is very suitable for aging in barrels, which can contribute notes of vanilla, cocoa and toast to the wines made with it.
• Acidity: Red Garnacha has a moderate acidity, which makes it suitable for making balanced wines.
• Alcohol content: This grape variety is known for its high alcohol content, which can range between 14 and 16 degrees.

Red Garnacha is a highly versatile red grape variety appreciated by wine producers around the world for its intense colour, fruity flavor and complex aroma.

Garnacha grape varieties

There are several Garnacha grape varieties, each with specific characteristics. Here are some of the most prominent:

• Garnacha Tinta: It is the most common variety of the Garnacha grape. It is used in the production of red and rosé wines.
• Garnacha Blanca: It is a white grape variety that is used to make white wines. It is cultivated mainly in Spain, although it is also found in France and other countries.
• Garnacha Peluda: It is a red grape variety that is grown mainly in Catalonia. It is characterized by having hairy leaves and a spicy and fruity flavor.
• Garnacha Tintorera: It is a red grape variety that is grown mainly in Spain. It is used in the production of red wines and is characterized by having an intense dark red color.
• Garnacha Roja: It is a red grape variety that is grown mainly in France and Italy. It is used in the production of red wines and is characterized by having an intense flavor and a high alcohol content.

 What wines are produced with this type of grape?

The Garnacha grape is used in the production of red, rosé and white wines all over the world. Below are some of the more common wines produced from this grape variety:

• Red wines: Red wines made from the Garnacha grape usually have a fruity and spicy flavor. They can be young and light reds, with hints of red fruit and a mild flavor, or more complex and structured red wines, with notes of leather, tobacco and toast due to barrel aging. Some examples of red wines made with Garnacha grapes are Segura Viudas Garnatxa wine or our Segura Viudas Mas D’aranyó.
• Rosé wines: Rosé wines made from Garnacha grapes are usually fresh and fruity, with notes of strawberries, cherries and red fruits. These wines are ideal to drink in warm climates and as an accompaniment to light dishes. Some examples of rosé wines made with Garnacha grapes is the Segura Viudas Rosado.

White wines: White wines made from Garnacha grapes are usually fresh and light, with notes of white fruit and flowers. They are ideal to drink as an aperitif or as an accompaniment to light dishes such as fish and shellfish.