How do you pronounce Listán Negro?

Listán Negro is pronounced lee-STAHN NEH-groh.

Where does Listán Negro come from?

Listán Negro grows in Canary Islands, Spain.

What does Listán Negro taste like?

Expect red cherry, woodsmoke, wild herbs, crushed volcanic rock. Closest familiar reference: a smoky, high-acid Pinot Noir grown on the side of a volcano.

Listán Negro — Underdog Grape Guide

Tasting profile: Translucent ruby, red cherry and wild herbs up front, then a lick of woodsmoke and crushed rock that only a volcano could put there.
Where it grows: Canary Islands, Spain
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Canary Islands, Spain

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Listán Negro: common questions

How do you pronounce Listán Negro?: Listán Negro is pronounced lee-STAHN NEH-groh.
Where does Listán Negro come from?: Listán Negro grows in Canary Islands, Spain.
What does Listán Negro taste like?: Expect red cherry, woodsmoke, wild herbs, crushed volcanic rock. Closest familiar reference: a smoky, high-acid Pinot Noir grown on the side of a volcano.

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