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Black Monukka is a wine grape variety, and it traces back to California, USA.
Structurally it lands at medium body, no tannin, medium acidity, sweet and medium alcohol.
Look for sweet berries, caramel, vanilla, honey, cream and sherry.
The regions that matter for it are California.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, vigorous vigour and a preference for moderate.
Watch for the synonyms: Negrita and Kishmish Chernyi.
At the table it suits dried-fruit platter with brie cheese, honey-roasted ham and dulce de leche.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Food pairings.
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dried-fruit platter with brie cheese
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honey-roasted ham
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dulce de leche
Also labelled.
Negrita, Kishmish Chernyi.
Bottles to look for.
- James Wilkins Vineyards Black Monukka, Paso Robles, USA
- River Star Vineyards Solara, Paso Robles, USA
Black Monukka: common questions
01.What does Black Monukka taste like?+
Black Monukka tastes of sweet berries, caramel, vanilla, honey, cream and sherry. Structurally it lands at medium body, no tannin, medium acidity, sweet and medium alcohol.
02.Where is Black Monukka from?+
Black Monukka originates in California, USA.
03.Where is Black Monukka grown?+
The key regions for Black Monukka are California.
04.What food pairs with Black Monukka?+
Pour it with dried-fruit platter with brie cheese, honey-roasted ham and dulce de leche.
05.What else is Black Monukka called?+
Black Monukka is also labelled Negrita and Kishmish Chernyi.
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of USA.