World Famous Grapes
Grenache
Grenache is one of the most widely planted wine grapes in the world.
Garnacha in Spain. Grenache in France. Cannonau in Italy (Sardinia).
Grenache Flavors
 Cherry |
 Raspberry |
 Strawberry |
 Black Cherry |
 Herbs |
 Pepper |
 Licorice |
 Plum |
Oak Added Aromas
 Vanilla |
 Cinnamon |
 Coffee |
 Tobacco |
Grenache is known for its aromatic intensity of ripe red fruits such as cherry, raspberry, and strawberry, complemented by hint of spices and earthy undertones.
Depending on terroir and winemaking, additional aromas can include pepper, licorice (anise), and herbs (thyme and rosemary).
Grenache Profile
Grenache has medium acidity and smooth tannins:
The wines can range from light and fruity to full-bodied and robust, with a smooth texture and moderate acidity. High alcohol content is common due to the grape's ability to accumulate sugar.
| BODY: | Medium - Light |
| TANNINS: | Medium |
| FRUIT: | Medium |
| ACIDITY: | Medium |
| ALCOHOL: | 15% ABV |
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Sugar: 5 g/l Serving temperature: 14-15°C (57-59°F) |
About Garnacha / Grenache / Cannonau
Garnacha is said to be native of Aragón in Spain (near Navarra and Rioja).
From Spain it travelled to Languedoc-Roussillon in France, then to the Rhône Valley, and then finally to Sardinia in Italy.
Garnacha is one of the most planted wine grapes in the world. It ripens late and needs hot and dry conditions (as in Spain and South Italy).
Grenache Food Pairing
Grenache wines should be paired with rich flavors.
Grenache pairs perfectly with rich Stews, Casserolle, Marinated Asian, BBQ and Grilled Meat.
 Tapas |
 Salami |
 Ham |
 Rich Pizza |
 Hamburger |
 Duck |
 Casserolle |
 Stew |
 Pork |
 Lamb |
 Game |
 Meat |
Excellent Pairings
Rich Pizza. Hamburger. Stews. Casserolle. Goulash. Sausages. Pepper Sauce. Asian Marinated Dishes. Lamb. Lamb Shanks. Game in Cherry Sauce. Roast. BBQ. Pork. Game. Duck. Roasted Duck with Plum.
Cheeses
Manchego. Cheddar. Gouda (Smoked). Pecorino. Asiago.
Spanish Specialities:
Tapas. Chorizo (Spicy Pork Sausage).
Gazpacho (Cold Vegetable Soup).
Pollo al Ajillo (Garlic Chicken).
Paella (Rice dish with Rabbit, Chicken, or Duck).
French Specialities:
Oxtail Bourguignonne.
Confit de Canard (Duck Confit).
The Ideal Glass for Grenache
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Pick a Burgundy Glass for swirling & releasing the wine aromas. The shape of the glass captures and directs the delicate aromas to your nose and leads the wine to the tip of your tongue for a better reception of the tastes. The Burgundy glass was designed for the delicate and aromatic red wine Bourgogne Rouge, made from Pinot Noir grapes in Bougogne (Burgundy). |
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Grenache in France
In France, Grenache is the key ingredient in:
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
and GSM blends.
It is also the most planted grape variety in Languedoc-Roussillon.
Best known areas/regions:
Côte du Rhône AOC (Rôhne)
Côte du Rhône Villages AOC (Rôhne Villages)
Côte du Rhône Cru (Rôhne Crus)
Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC (Biggest Rôhne Cru)
Luberon AOC (South East Rôhne)
Minervos AOC (Languedoc-Roussillon)
Garnacha in Spain
Garnacha is the third most planted red grape in Spain (after Tempranillo and Bobal).
Best known areas/regions:
Aragón DO (Somontano)
Catalonia DO (Priorat)
Navarra DO
Rioja DO
Cannonau in Italy
In Italy, Grenache in Sardinia is named Cannonau.
"Cannonau di Sardegna DOC" contains at least 90% local Cannonau.
Grenache in Australia
Best known areas/regions:
Barossa Valley
McLaren Vale
Côtes du Rhône South
In Côtes du Rhône South, the main grape is Grenache.
The area is most famous for its GSM wines: A blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre.
Red Wines:
GSM Wines
Côtes du Rhône South
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grenache
Syrah
Mourvèdre
Counoise
White Wines:
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Grenache Blanche