Grao Negro and Garnacha Tintorera are grapes developed in southern France in the mid 19th century by crossing lesser known varieties. Grao Negro also is known by the name Grand Noir. Garnacha Tintorera is more commonly known as Alicante Henri Bouschet. Garnacha Tintorera is a teinturier grape variety, just like Alicante Bouschet. This means thatContinue reading “November 20th-Grao Negro and Garnacha Tintorera”
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December 6th-Moravia Agria
Moravia Agria is a red grape indigenous to Castilla-La Mancha in south east Spain. The region is largely known for producing large volume, inexpensive wines but is capable of producing high quality wines as well. The Meseta Central is a plateau that is a significant geographical feature in this region. The elevation of Meseta CentralContinue reading “December 6th-Moravia Agria”
November 15th-Listan Prieto
Listan Prieto is a dark red grape that originated in the Castilla La Mancha region of central Spain. It is the same as the Mission grape that was brought to Mexico by Spanish settlers in the 16th century. It is thought to be the first European grape variety brought to the Americas. Mission plantings alsoContinue reading “November 15th-Listan Prieto”
A Trip Around the World of Wine in 52 Weeks 