Xarel-lo is a white grape type important in Cava production in Catalonia. Still wines made from the variety can be quite full-bodied and powerful and generally need 'toning down' with a blend.
XAREL-LO
White wine grape variety grown in Spain. One of three varieties used to make sparkling wine. It is considered medium to low quality and is used to add body.
XYLEM
The woody, center portion of a vine trunk, arm or cane.
Cava is produced primarily in the Penedès region of Spain and is made from Xarel-lo, Parellada and Macabeo grapes. caveFrench term for wine cellar. cépageFrench term for grape variety.
Cavas are mainly produced with Xarel-lo, Parellada and Macabeo, three local white berried grapes, although Chardonnay is getting more and more used. These grapes are also used for the production of still wines.
 See also: Rioja, Yield, Vineyard, Sparkling wine, Sparkling wines
  
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