Underdog Grape · Spain

Parraleta, Moristel & Alcañón

In the Pyrenean foothills of Aragón, three native grapes were nearly farmed out of existence by international varieties. Parraleta, Moristel, and Alcañón are the survivors worth seeking.

Tasting profile
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Drinks like
a high-acid Mediterranean red — a lighter Mencía or a Cru Beaujolais
Taste
LightBold
SoftAcidic
SmoothTannic
DrySweet
Tastes like
Dark cherryWild berryWild herbEarth
Where it grows
Somontano, Spain
The verdict
Contender87 / 100
Where to buy
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The region

Somontano, Spain

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