Garnacha Blanca (Spain)
Garnacha Blanca is a white wine grape related to the red grape Garnacha.
In France, the grape is called Grenache Blanc.
Garnacha Blanca Flavors
Citrus. Lemony. Green Plum. Pear. White Flowers. Herbs. Anise. Salty Minerals.
 Lemon |
 Lime |
 Grapefruit |
 Pear |
 Flowers |
 Herbs |
 Anise |
 Salt |
Garnacha Blanca Profile
Garnacha Blanca wines are full bodied, with low acidity and an oily character:
| SUGAR: | Dry (3 g/l) |
| BODY: | Medium - Full |
| FRUIT: | Medium |
| ACIDITY: | Medium - Low |
| ALCOHOL: | 11.5-13.5% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 10-12°C (50-54°F) |
Garnacha Blanca Food Pairing
Garnacha Blanca is very food friendly.
Mediterranean. International. Indian. Asian.
 Olive Oil |
 Salads |
 Vegetables |
 Asparagus |
 Tapas |
 Pasta |
 Seafood |
 Sushi |
 Fish |
 Chicken |
 Turkey |
 Pork |
Excellent Pairings
Fresh Green Herbs. Green Salads. Vinegar.
Asparagus. Artichokes. Cucumber. Tomatoes.
Tapas. Paella. Garlic Seafood.
Fried White Fish. Sushi. Sashimi. Wasabi.
Green Curry. Sweet Chili. Moroccan Tagine.
Chicken Satay. Turkey. Pork.
The Ideal Glass for Garnacha Blanca
The Chardonnay Glass was designed for enjoying full-bodied white wines. They have a wider bowl and a tapered top to enhance the buttery and oaky notes found in aged wines.
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The wide bowl steers the wine to the sensitive parts of the tongue, ensuring that the acidity creates a harmonious balance with the sweet aromas of the wine. The wide bowl allows the full bouquet of aromas to develop. It also reduces the risk for over-concentrated aromas. |
Garnacha Blanca Cheese Pairing
Brie or Camembert
These creamy, rich cheeses complement the full, round mouthfeel of a full-bodied Garnacha Blanca. The buttery flavors in both the wine and the cheese enhance each other beautifully.
Gruyère and Comté
The nutty, slightly sweet flavors of these cheeses pair well with the complex fruit and oak characteristics of a full-bodied white wine. The firm cheese texture adds a pleasant contrast to the richness of the wine.
Munster And Époisses
A rich and pungent washed-rind cheese provides a bold contrast to the refinement of a full-bodied Garnacha Blanca.
Aged Gouda
Aged Gouda, with its caramel and butterscotch notes, matches the depth and complexity of a full-bodied Garnacha Blanca. The wine’s acidity helps balance the cheese’s rich flavors.Havarti
The creamy and mild flavor of Havarti pairs well with the rich and buttery texture of a full-bodied Garnacha Blanca, making for a delightful and balanced pairing.
Aged Cheeses
The crystalline texture and savory, nutty flavor of aged chesses will complement the undertones of a full-bodied Garnacha Blanca.