Alcañón
Alcañón is a rare white wine grape variety from Somontano Aragon, Spain.[1][2] It was previously thought to be the same variety as Macabeo, but genetic analysis has shown that they are distinct varieties.[2] It is an authorised variety in the Somontano DOP.
| Alcañón | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
| Color of berry skin | Blanc |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Also called | see list of synonyms |
| Origin | Spain |
| Notable regions | Somontano, Aragon |
Synonyms
Alcañón is also known under the synonyms Blanco Castellano and Bobal Blanca.[2]
References
- Driscoll, Killian. "Guide to the wine grape varieties in Spain". www.artobatours.com. Retrieved 14 January 2020.
- J. Robinson, J. Harding and J. Vouillamoz Wine Grapes - A complete guide to 1,368 vine varieties, including their origins and flavours ISBN 978-1-846-14446-2
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