Colombard vs Xarello
Compare Colombard and Xarello: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Colombard | Xarello | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | blanc | blanc |
| Number of wines | 1601 | 2614 |
| Average rating | 3.60 / 5 | 3.58 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, South Africa, United States, Israel, Australia | Spain, Italy, France, Mexico, Germany |
Colombard
Lively, aromatic whites with sharp acidity and a brisk palate, with aromas of citrus (grapefruit, lime), exotic fruits (passion fruit, mango), boxwood, nectarine and herbal notes. Typically crisp finish. Pillar of Côtes de Gascogne IGP (modern aromatic dry whites) and historically the base spirit for Cognac and Armagnac distillation. Exported to South Africa and California. Charentes variety, a cross of chenin × gouais blanc.
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Structured, aromatic whites with full body and firm acidity, with aromas of white flowers, yellow fruits, fennel, fresh almond, Mediterranean herbs and mineral notes. Central component of Cava DO (with macabeo and parellada), bringing structure and ageing potential to Catalan sparkling wines. Also as ambitious still whites in Penedès DO and Classic Penedès. Native Catalan variety.
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