Chelva (grape) explained

Chelva
Color:Blanc
Species:Vitis vinifera
Also Called:(more)
Origin:Extremadura, Spain

Chelva is an old variety of white wine grape originating in Extremadura, Spain.[1] In 2015, there were 5,730 ha (14,159 acres) of Chelva vineyards in Spain, almost all of which were in Extremadura.

Synonyms

Chelva is also known under the synonyms Chelva de Cebreros, Chelva de Guareña, Eva, Forastera Blanca, Gabriela (Pajarete and Arcos), Guarena, Mantúo, Mantúo de Pilas, Montúa, Montúo de Villanueva, Montúo Gordo, Uva Rey or Uva del Rey, Uva de Puerto Real, Villanueva.

Notes and References

  1. Book: Robinson, Jancis . Jancis Robinson

    . Wine Grapes - A complete guide to 1,368 vine varieties, including their origins and flavours . Jancis Robinson . Julia Harding . José Vouillamoz . 2012 . Allen Lane . London . 978-1-846-14446-2 . 1093–1095 .