Juan García (grape) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Juan García |
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| Grape (Vitis) | |
| Color of berry skin | Noir |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Also called | Mouratón, Gorda, and other names |
| Origin | Spain |
| Pedigree parent 1 | Cayetana |
| Pedigree parent 2 | Alfrocheiro Preto |
| Notable regions | Ribeira Sacra, Arribes |
| Formation of seeds | Complete |
| Sex of flowers | Hermaphrodite |
The Juan García is a special kind of red grape that grows in Spain. It's quite rare! You'll find most of these grapes in the Zamora and Salamanca areas. They grow on ancient terraces built along the amazing Arribes del Duero river canyon. This area is so beautiful, it's even a Natural Park!
This grape is very old, even older than a plant disease called phylloxera that once harmed many grapevines. The Juan García grape is native to the villages along the Arribes del Duero canyon in northwestern Spain.
What Makes Juan García Grapes Special?
Juan García grapes are medium-sized and shaped like an oval. They have dark blue-black skins and grow in tight bunches. The plant itself is quite strong and produces a lot of grapes. It's also good at fighting off a common plant disease called powdery mildew.
When winemakers use these rare Juan García grapes, they create a unique red wine. It has a deep, rich burgundy color. People describe its taste as very smooth, with a long-lasting smell.
Other Names for Juan García
Sometimes, people call the Juan García grape by other names. These include Tinta Gorda, Mouratón, Negreda, Negreda preta, Negrera, Nepada, and Tinta negreda.
See also
In Spanish: Juan García (uva) para niños
