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Key regions
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Pairings
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Synonyms
Parellada is a white grape variety, and it traces back to Catalonia, Spain.
Structurally it lands at medium body, no tannin, medium-high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for citrus, green apple, honey and blossom.
The regions that matter for it are Catalonia.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, moderate vigour and a preference for cooler, higher altitudes.
It blends readily with Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.
Watch for the synonyms: Parellada.
At the table it suits fried zucchini flowers, leeks stuffed with crabmeat and mayo and broad bean and goats’ cheese dip.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
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Fried zucchini flowers
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Leeks stuffed with crabmeat and mayo
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Broad bean and goats' cheese dip
Also labelled.
Parellada.
Bottles to look for.
- Carles Andreu Parellada, Conca de Barbera, Spain
- Celler Credo 'Volaina', Penedes, Spain
- Celler Jordi Llorens 'Parellada', Catalonia, Spain
- Celler Sanroma 'L'Incorrecte', Tarragona, Spain
- Cellers de Can Suriol 'Can Peritxo' Parellada, Penedes, Spain
- Clos Lentiscus 'Nuria Montonega', Penedes, Spain
- Clos Lentiscus C'est la Vie, Penedes, Spain
- Cosmic Vinyaters Vitalitat Sparkling, Emporda, Spain
Parellada: common questions
01.What does Parellada taste like?+
Parellada tastes of citrus, green apple, honey and blossom. Structurally it lands at medium body, no tannin, medium-high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
02.Where is Parellada from?+
Parellada originates in Catalonia, Spain.
03.Where is Parellada grown?+
The key regions for Parellada are Catalonia.
04.What food pairs with Parellada?+
Pour it with fried zucchini flowers, leeks stuffed with crabmeat and mayo and broad bean and goats' cheese dip.
05.What else is Parellada called?+
Parellada is also labelled Parellada.
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Spain.