Everything About Parellada Grape
"pah-reh-YAH-dah" 
Parellada Description
Origin: Catalonia, Spain
History: Parellada is a Spanish white grape variety of Catalan origin, primarily grown in Catalonia. Along with Macabeu and Xarel·lo, it is one of the three traditional varieties used to make the sparkling wine Cava, which is primarily produced in Catalonia. Besides its use in Cava, it is used mostly for blending in young white wines, although some more ambitious oaked varietal wines are also produced.
Appearance: Medium-sized, round berries with a greenish-yellow skin.
Growing Traits: Parellada is an early-budding and late-ripening grape variety with big bunches and medium-sized berries. It is susceptible to powdery mildew (oidium).
Food Pairing Parellada's light body and refreshing acidity make it an ideal companion for seafood dishes, light appetizers, and salads. It pairs particularly well with shellfish, sushi, and soft cheeses.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Light-bodied with a delicate and subtle character, often contributing finesse to blends. Typically vinified dry, especially in the production of Cava. As a white grape variety, Parellada has negligible tannin levels, resulting in a smooth mouthfeel. Medium to high acidity, providing freshness and enhancing its crisp character. Moderate alcohol content, generally around 11-12%, contributing to its light and approachable nature.
Green apple 
Citrus 
Floral 
Herbal Parellada wines are characterized by delicate aromas of green apple and citrus, complemented by subtle floral notes and herbaceous undertones. On the palate, they are light-bodied with a crisp acidity, leading to a refreshing and clean finish.
Regions
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Spain
•Catalonia
Notable Wines and Producers
Cava
•Freixenet
•Codorníu
•Juvé & Camps
Parellada FAQ
Catalonia, Spain
Parellada has a body level of 2 out of 5. Which means that Parellada is Moderate to Light bodied.
Parellada has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Parellada is Dry.
Catalonia, Spain
Parellada is grown in Spain (Catalonia).
Parellada wines are characterized by delicate aromas of green apple and citrus, complemented by subtle floral notes and herbaceous undertones. On the palate, they are light-bodied with a crisp acidity, leading to a refreshing and clean finish.
Parellada's light body and refreshing acidity make it an ideal companion for seafood dishes, light appetizers, and salads. It pairs particularly well with shellfish, sushi, and soft cheeses.
Parellada wines are characterized by delicate aromas of green apple and citrus, complemented by subtle floral notes and herbaceous undertones. On the palate, they are light-bodied with a crisp acidity, leading to a refreshing and clean finish.