Everything About Doral Grape
"DOH-rahl" 
Doral Description
Origin: Switzerland
History: Doral is a white grape variety developed in 1965 at the Agroscope research center in Pully, Switzerland, through a cross between Chasselas and Chardonnay. The aim was to create a more aromatic and sugar-rich grape variety than Chasselas. Doral is grown mainly in Switzerland's Vaud and Ticino wine regions.
Appearance: Small to medium-sized, yellow-green berries growing in compact clusters.
Growing Traits: Doral is an early-ripening variety that is fairly susceptible to gray mold, and should therefore be grown in relatively infertile, well-drained soils. It produces fresh and aromatic wines characterized by notes of tropical fruit.
Food Pairing Doral's fresh and aromatic profile makes it a versatile partner for various dishes. It pairs well with cheese fondue, raclette, and Thai yellow curry. The wine's subtle fruit flavors complement dishes like pork terrine and seafood.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Medium-bodied with a fresh and aromatic profile, offering a balance between the lightness of Chasselas and the richness of Chardonnay. Typically dry, focusing on fresh fruit and floral characteristics with minimal residual sugar. As a white wine, Doral exhibits negligible tannins, contributing to its smooth and approachable nature. Moderate acidity, providing a refreshing quality and enhancing its food-pairing versatility. Moderate alcohol content, typically ranging between 12% and 13%, ensuring balance and drinkability.
Citrus 
Apricot 
Floral 
Exotic Fruits 
Mineral Doral wines are characterized by delicate citrus and apricot flavors, complemented by floral and tropical fruit notes. The moderate acidity and mineral undertones provide balance, leading to a clean and refreshing finish.
Regions
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Switzerland
•Vaud
•Geneva
•Ticino
•Three Lakes
Notable Wines and Producers
Doral 'Expression'
•Cave de La Côte
Doral
•Baur au Lac Vins
Doral FAQ
Switzerland
Doral has a body level of 3 out of 5. Which means that Doral is Moderate bodied.
Doral has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Doral is Dry.
Switzerland
Doral is grown in Switzerland (Vaud, Geneva, Ticino, Three Lakes).
Doral wines are characterized by delicate citrus and apricot flavors, complemented by floral and tropical fruit notes. The moderate acidity and mineral undertones provide balance, leading to a clean and refreshing finish.
Doral's fresh and aromatic profile makes it a versatile partner for various dishes. It pairs well with cheese fondue, raclette, and Thai yellow curry. The wine's subtle fruit flavors complement dishes like pork terrine and seafood.
Doral wines are characterized by delicate citrus and apricot flavors, complemented by floral and tropical fruit notes. The moderate acidity and mineral undertones provide balance, leading to a clean and refreshing finish.