white
Viura / Macabeo
Spain's versatile white
Grape Details
Serving Temp
8-10°C
Aging Potential
1-5 years, 10+ for barrel-aged Rioja
Origins
Spain (ancient variety, origin uncertain)
Food pairings
SeafoodChickenVegetable dishesMild cheeses
About the Grape
Viura / Macabeo
"Spain's versatile white"
Viura (known as Macabeo in Catalonia) is Spain's most planted white grape, essential for both Rioja whites and Cava sparkling wine. It produces neutral, fresh wines that take well to oak aging.
Flavor Profile
Apple
defining
Citrus
prominent
Floral
subtle
Almond
subtle
Medium acidity
defining
Where It Shines
Rioja, Spain
Oak-aged, rich, complex
Penedès, Spain
Cava base, crisp, bubbly
Languedoc, France
Fresh, simple, value