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Common synonyms: Maccabeo, Macabeu, Viura (as well as, but less commonly, Alcañol, Alcañón, Blanca de Daroca, Charas Blanc, Forcalla, Gredelín, Lardot, Listan Andaludschii, Listan Andaluzskii, Lloza, Macaban, Macabeo, Macabeu, Maccabeo, Maccabeou, Maccabeu, Makkobeo, Malvoisie, Provensal, Queue de Renard, Rossan, Subirat, Tokay, Ugni Blanc, Viuna, Xarello)

Parentage of the grape: None available.

History of the grape: Macabeo is Spain’s most widely planted grape. From there, it has made its way to southern France’s Roussillon region, which is located just over the Pyrenees mountains. Though a text from 1854 suggests that it originated in the Middle East, its history is rather murky.

The variety must make up at least 51% of white Rioja, where it is prized for its ability to resist oxidation and to provide the acidity that Malvasia and Garnacha Blanca lack. However, it is being slowly edged out by international varieties such as Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc Read more »

Navajas Blanco Crianza Rioja Doca
Winery: Bodegas Navajas
Region: Spain » Rioja
Type: Table Wines

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Sautéed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Pears

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Castell del Remei White Blend Costers del Segre Blanc Planell
Winery: Castell del Remei
Region: Spain » Catalunya » Costers Del Segre
Type: Table Wines

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Fried Fish Marinated in Garlic, Vinegar, Oregano, and Cumin

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Finca Allende Tempranillo Blend Rioja
Winery: Finca Allende
Region: Spain » Rioja
Type: Table Wines

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Fish and Chips with Tartar Sauce

This is the iconic, beloved, comfort food of England: crispy cod or haddock and crunchy French fries with the traditional accompaniments of creamy, briny tartar sauce and malt vinegar. In the class... Read more »

Bodegas El Coto Tempranillo Rioja Crianza
Winery: Bodegas El Coto
Region: Spain » Rioja » Rioja Alta
Type: Table Wines

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Ozark Catfish Sandwich with Warm Pan Slaw

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Viña Gravonia
Winery: Bodegas Lopez
Region: Spain » Aragón
Type: Table Wines

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Pan-Fried Fish Almondine

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Viña Gravonia
Winery: R. Lopez de Heredia
Region: Spain » Rioja » Rioja Alta
Type: Table Wines

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Balsamic-Glazed Halibut

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Palacios Remondo Tempranillo Blend Rioja la Montesa Crianza
Winery: Bodegas Palacios Remondo
Region: Spain » Rioja
Type: Table Wines

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Pan-Fried Catfish with Cajun Tartar Sauce

This fish is "fried" without the calories or trouble of deep-fat frying. For a spicier sauce, add more hot pepper sauce. Read more »

Bodegas Pirineos Mesache Blanco
Winery: Bodegas Pirineos
Region: Spain » Catalonia
Type: Table Wines

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Sauteed Chicken with Capers

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Faustino V Blanco
Winery: Faustino
Region: USA » Texas » Blanco County
Type: Table Wines

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Weekday Skillet Chicken

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Viura Chardonnay
Winery: Vega Sindoa
Region: Spain » Navarra
Type: Table Wines

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Almond-Topped Chicken Recipe | Taste of Home Recipes

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Holiday Guide to Cava

If your budget can’t afford Champagne, and you’ve had one too many glasses of prosecco this year, consider ringing in 2013 with Spain’s popular sparkling wine, cava.

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Sparkling Wine Guide

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Parés Baltà Brut Cava Cuvée Privée (NV)

Winery: Parés Baltà
Region: Spain » Catalunya » Penedès
Varietal: Parellada , Macabeo
Type: Sparkling Wines
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zufrieden

This organic Cava sets a higher bar than some slightly cheaper alternatives: excellent mousse that lingers for several minutes, floral and honeyed bouquet (though subdued) with a hint of treacle on the palate. Very clean and smooth with the usual slig...

Segura Viudas Brut Reserva Heredad Cava (NV)

Winery: Elaborador Segura Viudas
Region: Spain » Catalunya » Penedès
Varietal: Macabeo , Parellada , Xarello
Type: Sparkling Wines
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Matthew Hugh Walker

I'm not a huge fan of Viudas' basic line of cavas but this wine is quite well balanced and very enjoyable. Good fruit and nice texture.

Segura Viudas Aria Extra Dry (NV)

Winery: Segura Viudas
Region: Spain » Catalunya » Penedès
Varietal: Macabeo , Xarello , Parellada
Type: Sparkling Wines
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Nicki Gig

Crisp apple citrus notes. Light acidity. Easy drinking and fresh.

Bodegas Muga Grenache Blend Rioja Rosado (2011)

Winery: Bodegas Muga (Haro, ES)
Region: Spain » Rioja
Varietal: Grenache , Macabeo , Tempranillo
Type: Table Wines
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zinfandel1

This was a rose that I really enjoyed. The wine was a salmon color and this had me wondering. A light flowery aroma and as far as the taste, there was very subtle fruit of which I detected some sort of melon. The best thing about this wine was that it ...

Raventós I Blanc L' Hereu de Nit Reserva Brut

Winery: Raventos i Blanc
Region: Spain » Cava
Varietal: Macabeo , Parellada , Xarello , Mourvèdre
Type: Sparkling Wines
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WinePleasures

Has a beautiful salmon color and tiny micro-bubbles rising to the top of the glass. Starts with a semi-dry mouthfeel and light effervescence and then continues to peel back layers of soft, delicate red fruits (cherry, plum, raspberry). Hits the palate ...

Jaume Serra Brut Cava Cristalino (NV)

Winery: Jaume Serra
Region: Spain » Cava
Varietal: Xarello , Parellada , Macabeo
Type: Sparkling Wines
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rar8888

This is a wonderfully dry cava that is crisp and refreshing. This is not a buttery oaky sparkler.

Bodegas Muga Grenache Blend Rioja Rosado (2011)

Winery: Bodegas Muga (Haro, ES)
Region: Spain » Rioja
Varietal: Grenache , Macabeo , Tempranillo
Type: Table Wines
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Sara Weinbrom

white peach with a hint of citrus. crisp and bright acid

Bodegas Muga Grenache Blend Rioja Rosado (2011)

Winery: Bodegas Muga (Haro, ES)
Region: Spain » Rioja
Varietal: Grenache , Macabeo , Tempranillo
Type: Table Wines
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zinfandel1

So good. not sappy sweet, some nice fruit notes. not a big finish, but so refreshing.

Cune Monopole Unoaked Blanco (2008)

Winery: Compania Vinicola Norte de Espana
Region: Spain » Rioja » Rioja Alta
Varietal: Macabeo
Type: Table Wines
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JonDerry

Agree with GDP's rating for the most part, however this is an 89-91 point white for me. Maybe I just need to try more whites, but this is a beauty at a bargain price. Tropical fruits, lemon zest, with a great balance of fruit and acidity.

Bodegas Muga Grenache Blend Rioja Rosado (2011)

Winery: Bodegas Muga (Haro, ES)
Region: Spain » Rioja
Varietal: Grenache , Macabeo , Tempranillo
Type: Table Wines
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Nicki Gig

beautiful classic notes as if its from Provence, France. citrus, bright acidity, strong minerality with some white peach, a bit of fennel, and some nectarine. great for this hot summer solstice day!

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