Wines made from Verdejo grapes of California
Discover the best wines made with Verdejo as a single variety or as a blend of California.
More informations about the variety Verdejo
An ancient grape variety that has been cultivated for a long time, mainly in the Rueda region of northwestern Spain. D.N.A. tests show that it is the result of a natural cross between Savagnin and Castellana Blanco. It should not be confused with the Verdelho, which is very well known in Portugal, and the Verdelho Branco, which is almost more widespread. The Verdejo is registered in the Official Catalogue of wine grape varieties list A. It can also be found in the United States (Virginia, California, etc.), Australia, Portugal, etc., but is practically unknown in France.
More informations about the region of California
California is the largest and most important wine region in the United States. It represents the southern two-thirds (850 miles or 1,370 kilometers) of the country's west coast. (Oregon and Washington make up the rest. ) The state also spans nearly 10 degrees of latitude.
What are the typical flavors of the Verdejo grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- OakPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- SpicesPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- Tropical fruitPresent in 1% of Verdejo