{"id":78895,"date":"2016-08-04T11:06:45","date_gmt":"2016-08-04T11:06:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/catalunyacasas.imbookingsecure.com\/?p=78895"},"modified":"2016-08-04T11:06:45","modified_gmt":"2016-08-04T11:06:45","slug":"sampling-the-wines-of-catalonia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.catalunyacasas.com\/blog\/sampling-the-wines-of-catalonia\/","title":{"rendered":"Sampling the wines of Catalonia"},"content":{"rendered":"

Catalonian wines are usually quite high in alcohol content and are full bodied, which is due to the warm weather conditions in the region and the varieties of grape that can be grown. If you are looking for an amazing Catalonian wine to sip by the pool in your villa in Spain<\/a> or would like to be more knowledgeable when ordering wine while dining at a restaurant, here are a few tips to help you out.<\/p>\n

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Catalonian wines focus predominantly on grapes of the Mediterranean variety, including the red grapes Carignan and Garnacha, and the white grapes of Garnacha Blanca and Xarel-lo.<\/p>\n

Garnacha grapes produce low acidity wines with a fragrant wild strawberry or raspberry flavour. They are quite powerful and can also be used in fortified wines.<\/p>\n

The Carignan is also a grape that is used to produce red wines but can be blended with other varieties. It\u2019s quite high in tannins and acidity but makes it a great partner with fruitier and fuller bodied wines such as Syrah.<\/p>\n

Throughout Catalonia you will find the grapes of the Cabernet Sauvignon variety, which are the base flavour for many California reds or Bordeaux wines. These grapes produce a deep coloured red wine with an oaky aroma and taste. Merlot can also be found in the region, which offers a supple texture and blend and can be drunk earlier than many other wines as it doesn\u2019t need to be left to age as long. However, if you prefer a spicy full-bodied wine that has been aged, then hold out for a Syrah.<\/p>\n

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The most common grape in this region of Spain has to be the Tempranillo, the grapes of which make a very popular wine filled with berry and plum flavours, with spiced tobacco notes. The depth of flavours relates to the time it has been left to age.<\/p>\n

All of these flavoursome wines can be purchased from local supermarkets close to your Catalonia villa rental<\/a> or even local vineyards. Take a look at where your nearest vineyard is in relation to your villa in Spain<\/a> and buy direct from the source. Gain a tour of the vineyard and understand the winemaking process by speaking with the local vintners. Salut!<\/em><\/p>\n

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