Wines made from Egiodola grapes of Rio Grande do Sul
Discover the best wines made with Egiodola as a single variety or as a blend of Rio Grande do Sul.
More informations about the variety Egiodola
Intensely coloured, structured reds with a dark ruby robe, firm tannins and a dense palate of blackfruit (blackberry, blackcurrant, plum), cherry, spices, black pepper and balsamic notes. A tannin-rich profile adding colour and structure to southern blends. Grown mainly in the South-West (Aveyron, Tarn, Aquitaine) for IGP and VDP wines. French hybrid created in 1954 by INRA Bordeaux (fer servadou × abouriou), a modern teinturier grape.
More informations about the region of Rio Grande do Sul
Brazil's winemaking heart (~80% of production), Italian tradition. Recognised specialty: traditional-method sparkling wines (espumantes), fresh and fruity, based on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, among South America's finest. Accessible reds: supple, fruity Merlot (plum, cherry), fleshy Cabernet Sauvignon, dense, tannic Tannat. Round Chardonnay, light Riesling Italico, sweet, floral Moscato whites.