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Is grenache blanc dry or sweet?

Is grenache blanc dry or sweet?

Dry or sweet
Grenache blanc/Sweetness of resulting wine

What foods go with grenache blanc?

The secret to complementing cuisine with Grenache Blanc is to consider its spiced hints and rich texture, remember not to go too spicy; bouillabaisse, oily fish like sardines, tuna and mackerel cod, ceviche, miso soup, Raman, nut crusted baked goat cheese, roasted pork with apples, Chinese chicken salad, spicy peanut …

What is Grenache white?

Also known as white Grenache and Garnacha Blanca, Grenache Blanc — pronounced “gruh-nawsh blahn” — is a variety of white wine grape related to the red Grenache grape variety. Fun fact: White Grenache is permitted to be blended with all 13 indigenous Rhône varietals, including red and white grape varieties.

What does white grenache taste like?

The aromas will burst with green fruit and citrus notes including Asian pear, green apple, unripe mango, lime zest, and white peach. Other flavors include subtle sweet floral notes of honeysuckle and fenugreek (or almost cumin seed) along with baked apple, brioche and lemon curd if the wine was aged in oak.

Where does the Grenache blanc wine come from?

The vines are quite hearty and fare well in dry, even drought-like conditions. While the golden-hued Grenache Blanc varietal originated in northern Spain, it’s mostly associated with France, particularly the Rhône Valley wine region and historic Languedoc-Roussillon region, which is now part of Occitanie.

Can a Grenache blanc be aged in Oak?

Much like Chardonnay and many other wines, Grenache Blanc can be aged in oak. In this case, the wine will have a creamier texture and warmer tasting notes. Meanwhile, unoaked versions will have a crisper acidity and flavor.

What kind of fruit does Garnacha blanca have?

Tasting notes for Garnacha Blanca often include: 1 Stone fruit, such as peach, apricot, and lychee. 2 Green fruits, including green apple, pear, honeydew, and lime. 3 Herbs and spices such as star anise, nutmeg, cumin, and dill.