Wines made from Chenin blanc grapes of Conca de Barberà
Discover the best wines made with Chenin blanc as a single variety or as a blend of Conca de Barberà.
More informations about the variety Chenin blanc
It most certainly originates from the Anjou region and is registered in the official catalogue of wine grape varieties on the A1 list. It can also be found in South Africa, Australia, Argentina, Chile, the United States (California), New Zealand, etc. It is said to be a descendant of Savagnin and to have sauvignonasse as its second parent (Jean-Michel Boursiquot 2019). On the other hand, Chenin blanc is the half-brother of verdelho and sauvignon blanc and is the father of colombard.
More informations about the region of Catalogne
The wine region of Conca de Barberà is located in the region of Catalogne of Spain. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Torres or the Domaine Torres produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Conca de Barberà are Trepat, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Merlot, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Conca de Barberà often reveals types of flavors of cherry, dark chocolate or cinnamon and sometimes also flavors of toasty, raisin or cassis.
What are the typical flavors of the Chenin blanc grape variety?
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