Rhône Valley Vineyards

Macabeu

Also called Maccabeu in Roussillon, Viura in Rioja, or more generally Macabeo in Spain, Macabeu is only present in AOC Costières de Nîmes. It brings volume to the blends.

Vignobles de la Vallée du Rhône

Informations

Origin: Spain (Catalonya)

Location within the Rhône Valley: Costières de Nîmes

Plantings within the Rhône Valley AOCs: A few hectares only (3 ha in 2023)

In the vineyards

Bunch and berries: Large, compact clusters, pyramid-shaped; edium-sized berries with thick skin, juicy and sweet flesh.

Maturity: Late-budding and late-ripening

Terroir: Dry, hot soils

In the cellars

Characteristics: Macabeu is a non-aromatic grape variety. Its whies are delicate, with low acidity and a straw-colored appearance.

 

Inter Rhône

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