Catarratto
White wine grape variety
Also known as Catarratto Bianco
Catarratto is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon, grapefruit, green apple. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Trebbiano Toscano and Vermentino.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Start with citrus and orchard fruit in a dry profile with medium body.
- Look for saline-almond finish rather than overt tropical richness.
Confidence signals
- Lemon-grapefruit core with almond note
- Medium body with fresh acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Sicily · Trapani · Palermo
- Classic styles: Fresh citrus-driven Sicilian white · Medium-bodied dry Mediterranean white
Common questions
Is Catarratto a red or white grape variety?
Catarratto is a white wine grape variety.
What does Catarratto smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Catarratto include lemon, grapefruit and green apple. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Catarratto?
Documented tells for Catarratto: Start with citrus and orchard fruit in a dry profile with medium body. and Look for saline-almond finish rather than overt tropical richness..
What is Catarratto most often confused with in blind tasting?
Catarratto is most commonly confused with Trebbiano Toscano, Vermentino and Garganega. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Catarratto grown?
Classic regions for Catarratto include Sicily, Trapani and Palermo.