Zalema
Zalema is a white Spanish wine grape variety planted mainly in Condado de Huelva. As a varietal, Zalema produces heavy, full bodied wines.[1]
| Zalema | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
| Color of berry skin | Blanc |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Also called | See list of synonyms |
| Origin | Spain |
| VIVC number | 13375 |
Synonyms
The origin of the word is, according to the R.A.E., from the Spanish Arabic assalám 'alík, peace be with you, an expression of greeting. Zalema is also known under the synonyms Del Pipajo, Perruna, Torrontes de Motilla, Ignobilis, Rebazo, Salemo, Salerno, Zalemo, and Zalemo Rebazo.[2]
References
- J. Robinson Jancis Robinson's Wine Course Third Edition pg 129 Abbeville Press 2003 ISBN 0-7892-0883-0
- "Zalema". Vitis International Variety Catalogue. Retrieved 2010-01-31.
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