Grape · Red
Listán Negro
RedWSET level 3
Main grape of Canary Islands. Pre-phylloxera vines. Volcanic terroir gives unique character. Light and aromatic.
- Origin
- Canary Islands
- Climate
- Subtropical, volcanic
- Skin colour
- Dark blue
- Alcohol
- 12-14%
- Ageing potential
- Young to medium
Taste profile
Aromas
- Red berries
- Volcanic mineral
- Herbs
- Pepper
Where does it grow?
- Tenerife
- La Palma
- El Hierro
Key wines
- Tacoronte-Acentejo
- Valle de la Orotava
Food
Fish, goat cheese, Canarian cuisine
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