Cigales has a long rosé and clarete tradition and also produces increasingly serious Tempranillo-led reds.
Location
Region
Castile and León
Protected status
Protection
DOP · DO
Wine profile
Typical focus
Rosé / clarete, Red wines
Varieties
Notable grapes
Tempranillo, Garnacha, Verdejo
Identity and character
What defines Cigales?
Cigales has a long rosé and clarete tradition and also produces increasingly serious Tempranillo-led reds.
Growing conditions
Climate
High continental plateau with cold winters, hot days, cool nights and low rainfall.
Place and soils
Landscape
River valleys, high plains, slate slopes and historic old-vine parcels.
Wine categories
Characteristic wine styles
- Rosé / clarete
- Red wines
- White wines
- Sparkling and sweet styles where authorised
Varieties
Notable grapes
- Tempranillo
- Garnacha
- Verdejo
- Albillo
At the table
Food pairing ideas
- Roast lamb
- Suckling pig
- Cured meats
- Mushrooms
- Aged cheeses