Everything About Caino-Tinto Grape
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Caino-Tinto Description
Origin: Galicia, Spain
History: Caíño Tinto is a red grape variety native to the Galicia region in northwest Spain. It is primarily grown in the Rías Baixas and Ribeiro Denominación de Origen (DO) areas, where it is used predominantly in red wine blends that range from delicate and perfumed to medium-bodied. In Portugal, it is known as Borraçal and is used as a blending agent in the red wines of Vinho Verde.
Appearance: Small, dark-skinned berries growing in loose clusters.
Growing Traits: Caíño Tinto is a late-ripening variety that is susceptible to various vineyard ailments, including powdery mildew, sunburn, and grey rot. It requires careful vineyard management to achieve optimal ripeness and maintain its characteristic high acidity and aromatic profile.
Food Pairing Caíño Tinto's high acidity and fresh red fruit flavors make it an excellent match for a variety of dishes, including grilled seafood, poultry, and light tapas. Its vibrant profile also complements dishes featuring fresh herbs and tomato-based sauces.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Light to medium-bodied with a fresh and vibrant profile, offering a balanced and lively mouthfeel. Dry, with minimal residual sugar, focusing on fresh red fruit and herbal flavors. Moderate tannin levels, providing structure without being overly astringent. High acidity, contributing to vibrancy and freshness, enhancing the wine's food-pairing versatility. Moderate alcohol content, typically ranging between 11% and 13%, ensuring balance and drinkability.
Red Cherry 
Cranberry 
Herbal 
Floral 
Mineral Caíño Tinto wines are characterized by fresh red fruit flavors, such as red cherry and cranberry, complemented by herbal and floral notes. A distinct minerality adds complexity, all balanced by high acidity, resulting in a crisp and refreshing finish.
Regions
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Spain
•Rías Baixas
•Ribeiro
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Portugal
•Vinho Verde
Notable Wines and Producers
Attis Caíño
•Attis Bodegas y Viñedos
Zárate Caíño Tinto
•Zárate
Caino-Tinto FAQ
Galicia, Spain
Caino-Tinto has a body level of 2 out of 5. Which means that Caino-Tinto is Moderate to Light bodied.
Caino-Tinto has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Caino-Tinto is Dry.
Galicia, Spain
Caino-Tinto is grown in Spain (Rías Baixas, Ribeiro)Portugal (Vinho Verde).
Caíño Tinto wines are characterized by fresh red fruit flavors, such as red cherry and cranberry, complemented by herbal and floral notes. A distinct minerality adds complexity, all balanced by high acidity, resulting in a crisp and refreshing finish.
Caíño Tinto's high acidity and fresh red fruit flavors make it an excellent match for a variety of dishes, including grilled seafood, poultry, and light tapas. Its vibrant profile also complements dishes featuring fresh herbs and tomato-based sauces.
Caíño Tinto wines are characterized by fresh red fruit flavors, such as red cherry and cranberry, complemented by herbal and floral notes. A distinct minerality adds complexity, all balanced by high acidity, resulting in a crisp and refreshing finish.