Everything About Dona-Blanca Grape
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Dona-Blanca Description
Origin: Northwestern Iberian Peninsula, particularly Galicia in Spain and northern Portugal.
History: Doña Blanca, also known as Dona Branca in Portuguese, is a white grape variety primarily grown in the northwest Galicia region of Spain and throughout Portugal from the Douro northward. It is a permitted grape in the Spanish Denominación de Origens (DOs) of Valdeorras and Monterrei in Galicia and Bierzo in nearby Castile and León.
Appearance: Medium-sized, yellow-green berries growing in compact clusters.
Growing Traits: Doña Blanca is a late-ripening variety with thick skins that contribute to its high level of phenolics. The grape lacks acidity, making wines that are perfumed but still light and delicate.
Food Pairing Doña Blanca's light to medium body and aromatic profile make it a versatile partner for various dishes. It pairs well with seafood, such as mussels and prawns, as well as light salads and goat cheese. The wine's subtle fruit flavors complement dishes like prawn and cilantro summer rolls or goat cheese tart.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Light to medium-bodied with a delicate and aromatic profile, offering subtle fruit flavors and a smooth texture. Typically dry, with minimal residual sugar, focusing on fresh fruit and floral characteristics. As a white wine, Doña Blanca exhibits negligible tannins, contributing to its smooth and approachable nature. Moderate acidity, providing balance and a refreshing quality to the wine. Moderate alcohol content, typically ranging between 11% and 13%, ensuring a balanced and pleasant drinking experience.
Citrus 
Green Apple 
Floral 
Herbal 
Mineral Doña Blanca wines are characterized by delicate citrus and green apple flavors, complemented by floral and herbal notes. The moderate acidity and mineral undertones provide balance, leading to a clean and refreshing finish.
Regions
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Spain
•Galicia
•Castile and León
•Extremadura
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Portugal
•Douro
•Alentejo
•Algarve
Notable Wines and Producers
Valdeorras Doña Blanca
•Adega O Casal
•Bodegas Godeval
Monterrei Doña Blanca
•Quinta do Buble
•Pazo das Tapias
Bierzo Doña Blanca
•Bodegas Estefanía
•Luna Beberide
Dona-Blanca FAQ
Northwestern Iberian Peninsula, particularly Galicia in Spain and northern Portugal.
Dona-Blanca has a body level of 2 out of 5. Which means that Dona-Blanca is Moderate to Light bodied.
Dona-Blanca has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Dona-Blanca is Dry.
Northwestern Iberian Peninsula, particularly Galicia in Spain and northern Portugal.
Dona-Blanca is grown in Spain (Galicia, Castile and León, Extremadura)Portugal (Douro, Alentejo, Algarve).
Doña Blanca wines are characterized by delicate citrus and green apple flavors, complemented by floral and herbal notes. The moderate acidity and mineral undertones provide balance, leading to a clean and refreshing finish.
Doña Blanca's light to medium body and aromatic profile make it a versatile partner for various dishes. It pairs well with seafood, such as mussels and prawns, as well as light salads and goat cheese. The wine's subtle fruit flavors complement dishes like prawn and cilantro summer rolls or goat cheese tart.
Doña Blanca wines are characterized by delicate citrus and green apple flavors, complemented by floral and herbal notes. The moderate acidity and mineral undertones provide balance, leading to a clean and refreshing finish.