Macabeo vs Verdejo
How to tell them apart in a blind tasting
The clearest separator between Macabeo and Verdejo is acidity: Macabeo is Medium(+) while Verdejo is High. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
Structure compared
| Structure compared | Macabeo | Verdejo |
|---|---|---|
| Acidity | Medium(+) | High |
| Body | Medium | Medium |
| Alcohol | Medium | Medium |
| Color intensity | Pale | Pale |
| Aromatic intensity | Medium | Medium(+) |
Signature aromas
Macabeo
applelemon peelfennel
Verdejo
grapefruitlemonfennel
Common questions
- How do you tell Macabeo and Verdejo apart in a blind tasting?
- The clearest separator between Macabeo and Verdejo is acidity: Macabeo is Medium(+) while Verdejo is High. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
- Is Macabeo or Verdejo higher in acidity?
- On the WSET ladder, Macabeo is Medium(+) and Verdejo is High for acidity.
- Are Macabeo and Verdejo red or white?
- Macabeo and Verdejo are both white grape varieties.