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White grape

Macabeo / Viura

Also known as Macabeo · Viura · Macabeu

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One grape linking Rioja whites with Catalan still wines and traditional sparkling blends. Cellar choices create a broad style range.

Aromatic palette

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Read the structure.

acidityModerate to fresh
tanninMinimal without skin contact
bodyLight to full
alcoholVaries with ripeness and wine style

What could you confuse it with?

Macabeo and Viura are synonyms, not two blending grapes.

Origins & family

Regional roots

North-eastern Spain, called Viura in Rioja and Macabeu in Catalonia and Roussillon.

In the vineyard

Typically late budding and late ripening.

Regional expressions

Spain

Rioja

Fresh and long-matured Viura whites.

Structure

Light to full; moderate to fresh.

At the table

Serve whites chilled without masking aroma; give richer wines a little more warmth.

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Spain

Cava

Part of the classic three-grape white blend.

Structure

Light to full; moderate to fresh.

At the table

Serve whites chilled without masking aroma; give richer wines a little more warmth.

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Cellar & service

Winemaking & development

Tank, barrel and long maturation produce different expressions; sparkling wines add lees character.

Service & ageing

Serve whites chilled without masking aroma; give richer wines a little more warmth.

Pairing logic

Fresh dry styles can suit seafood or vegetables; richer whites suit fuller sauces. Confirm sweetness.