Aglianico vs Grenache noir

Compare Aglianico and Grenache noir: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.

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AglianicoGrenache noir
Colournoirnoir
Number of wines22051685
Average rating3.73 / 53.88 / 5
Producing countriesItaly, United States, Australia, Argentina, MexicoFrance, Spain, United States, Australia, South Africa

Aglianico

Powerful, tannic reds with deep colour and tight structure, with aromas of black cherry, blackberry, leather, tobacco, coffee and balsamic-volcanic mineral notes. High acidity and very fine ageing potential, often compared to nebbiolo. Star of Taurasi DOCG in Campania and Aglianico del Vulture DOCG in Basilicata (vines planted on volcanic soils). Late-ripening southern Italian variety of probable ancient Greek origin.

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Grenache noir

Supple, sunny reds with a light robe and generous alcohol, with aromas of candied red fruits (strawberry, raspberry, cherry), garrigue, gentle spices, white pepper and kirsch notes. Ripe tannins and a warm palate. Pillar of GSM blends in the southern Rhône (Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras), star of Tavel rosé, Priorat and Aragonese Garnacha. Also in natural sweet wines (Banyuls, Maury, Rasteau). Historic Mediterranean variety from Aragon.

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