Everything About Dakapo Grape
"dah-KAH-poh" 
Dakapo Description
Origin: Geisenheim, Germany
History: Dakapo is a red grape variety developed in 1972 at the Geisenheim Research Institute in Germany. It is a cross between Deckrot and Blauer Portugieser, created to produce deeply colored wines suitable for blending. The name 'Dakapo' is derived from the Italian term 'da capo,' meaning 'from the beginning,' indicating its role in enhancing wine color.
Appearance: Small to medium-sized, dark-skinned berries growing in compact clusters.
Growing Traits: Dakapo is an early ripening variety that resembles Blauer Portugieser but offers improved frost resistance and ease of cultivation. However, it is susceptible to grey mold and prefers moderately fertile soils in cool, dry areas.
Food Pairing Dakapo's deep color and robust structure make it a suitable component in blends, enhancing the visual appeal and body of the wine. When included in a blend, it pairs well with hearty dishes such as grilled meats, stews, and aged cheeses, complementing the rich flavors and textures of these foods.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Medium to full-bodied with a deep color and robust structure, often used to enhance the color intensity in red wine blends. Typically vinified dry, focusing on deep color and neutral flavor characteristics with minimal residual sugar. Moderate to high tannin levels, providing structure and depth, making it suitable for blending to enhance color and body. Moderate acidity, contributing to balance and freshness in blends. Moderate alcohol content, typically ranging between 12% and 13.5%, ensuring balance and drinkability.
Red Berries 
Black Berries 
Dark Chocolate 
Spices Dakapo wines are characterized by their deep color and neutral flavor profile, with moderate to high tannins providing structure. While not typically vinified as a single varietal, its primary role is to enhance the color and body of red wine blends.
Regions
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Germany
•Rheinhessen
•Pfalz
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Switzerland
•Aargau
•Thurgau
Notable Wines and Producers
Nikolaushof Dakapo
•Wein- & Sektgut Nikolaushof
Dakapo FAQ
Geisenheim, Germany
Dakapo has a body level of 4 out of 5. Which means that Dakapo is Moderate to Full bodied.
Dakapo has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Dakapo is Dry.
Geisenheim, Germany
Dakapo is grown in Germany (Rheinhessen, Pfalz)Switzerland (Aargau, Thurgau).
Dakapo wines are characterized by their deep color and neutral flavor profile, with moderate to high tannins providing structure. While not typically vinified as a single varietal, its primary role is to enhance the color and body of red wine blends.
Dakapo's deep color and robust structure make it a suitable component in blends, enhancing the visual appeal and body of the wine. When included in a blend, it pairs well with hearty dishes such as grilled meats, stews, and aged cheeses, complementing the rich flavors and textures of these foods.
Dakapo wines are characterized by their deep color and neutral flavor profile, with moderate to high tannins providing structure. While not typically vinified as a single varietal, its primary role is to enhance the color and body of red wine blends.