Everything About Listan-Negro Grape
"lee-STAHN NEH-groh" 
Listan-Negro Description
Origin: Canary Islands, Spain
History: Listán Negro is a red grape variety predominantly grown in Spain's Canary Islands, especially on Tenerife. It is the primary grape used in the region's red wines and is known for its adaptability to the volcanic soils and unique climate of the islands. The grape has a long history in the Canary Islands and is integral to the local wine culture.
Appearance: Medium-sized, compact bunches with spherical, blackish-blue berries.
Growing Traits: Listán Negro is a vigorous grape variety characterized by high productivity, resistance, and good fertility. It has adapted perfectly to the volcanic soils of the Canary Islands, which is why it is known as the 'island grape.'
Food Pairing Listán Negro's light to medium body and fresh acidity make it a versatile companion for various dishes. It pairs well with charcuterie, cheeses, grilled meats, and traditional Canarian cuisine. Its subtle fruit flavors and moderate tannins complement a variety of light to medium-intensity dishes.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Light to medium-bodied with a fresh and approachable profile, offering subtle complexity. Typically dry, highlighting its fresh and vibrant character. Low to moderate tannins, contributing to a smooth and approachable mouthfeel. Moderate to high acidity, providing brightness and a zesty profile. Moderate alcohol content, generally around 12-13%, ensuring balance and drinkability.
Red Cherry 
Strawberry 
Banana 
Spices 
Smoke Listán Negro wines are known for their fresh and fruity character, often exhibiting flavors of red cherry, strawberry, and banana, with subtle spice and smoky notes. The wines are typically light to medium-bodied with moderate acidity and low tannins, making them approachable and versatile.
Regions
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Spain
•Canary Islands
Notable Wines and Producers
Viñátigo Listán Negro
•Bodegas Viñátigo
Envínate Benje Tinto
•Envínate
Suertes del Marqués 7 Fuentes
•Suertes del Marqués
Listan-Negro FAQ
Canary Islands, Spain
Listan-Negro has a body level of 2 out of 5. Which means that Listan-Negro is Moderate to Light bodied.
Listan-Negro has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Listan-Negro is Dry.
Canary Islands, Spain
Listan-Negro is grown in Spain (Canary Islands).
Listán Negro wines are known for their fresh and fruity character, often exhibiting flavors of red cherry, strawberry, and banana, with subtle spice and smoky notes. The wines are typically light to medium-bodied with moderate acidity and low tannins, making them approachable and versatile.
Listán Negro's light to medium body and fresh acidity make it a versatile companion for various dishes. It pairs well with charcuterie, cheeses, grilled meats, and traditional Canarian cuisine. Its subtle fruit flavors and moderate tannins complement a variety of light to medium-intensity dishes.
Listán Negro wines are known for their fresh and fruity character, often exhibiting flavors of red cherry, strawberry, and banana, with subtle spice and smoky notes. The wines are typically light to medium-bodied with moderate acidity and low tannins, making them approachable and versatile.