Posts Tagged ‘ Tempranillo ’

Grenache/Garnacha (格连纳什, 加尔纳什)

May 6th, 2008 | By Daniel | Category: Wine Grapes & Styles (釀酒葡萄和作風)

Grenache/Garnacha

Wine Style:
This is a sweet grape which is rich in alcohol, fruity, spicy, medium-bodied wine and often blended with other grapes.
Flavors:

Origin:
France
Found:
Rhone in France, Spain, and Australia
This is a strong grape which withstands extreme heat and warm climate well. It has a thin skin, little pigment and ripens slowly with a high level […]



Agapito Rico (Spain)

May 2nd, 2008 | By Daniel | Category: Spain (西班牙), Tastings

Agapito Rico
Murcia, Jumilla
Spain

This 200 hectares estate was first established in 1989. Today it is owned and managed by winemaker Agapito Rico Martínez. Product offering and bottling includes Carchelo, Merlot, Canalizo Syrah, and Tardo. 75% of its wines are exported overseas. The wine styles from this winery is very new world, with emphasis on strength, extract […]



Viura (白葡萄酒)

Apr 30th, 2008 | By Daniel | Category: Wine Grapes & Styles (釀酒葡萄和作風)

Viura

Wine Style:
It is generally light-bodied with firm acids, subtle floral and fruity notes.
Flavors:
Nil
Origin:
Spain and Italy
Found:
Spain, France, and Italy
Viura is a synonym for Macaebo and is the most widely planted white grape variety in Rioja. It is a fairly straightforward grape to cultivate, although it is susceptible to disease and in particular to downy mildew and […]