Malvasia Volcanica
White wine grape variety
Also known as Malvasia Volcanica Lanzarote
Malvasia Volcanica is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon, mango, volcanic mineral. Structure: Medium(+) body, High acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Verdelho and Xynisteri.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on volcanic mineral line with citrus and tropical fruit.
- Check acidity as crisp and palate as vibrant.
Confidence signals
- Volcanic island profile
- High acidity with high aroma intensity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Lanzarote · Canary Islands · La Geria
- Classic styles: Lanzarote native white with crisp acidity and volcanic minerality · Versatile island white from dry to sweeter expressions
Common questions
Is Malvasia Volcanica a red or white grape variety?
Malvasia Volcanica is a white wine grape variety.
What does Malvasia Volcanica smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Malvasia Volcanica include lemon, mango and volcanic mineral. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, High acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Malvasia Volcanica?
Documented tells for Malvasia Volcanica: Anchor on volcanic mineral line with citrus and tropical fruit. and Check acidity as crisp and palate as vibrant..
What is Malvasia Volcanica most often confused with in blind tasting?
Malvasia Volcanica is most commonly confused with Verdelho, Xynisteri and Listan Blanco. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Malvasia Volcanica grown?
Classic regions for Malvasia Volcanica include Lanzarote, Canary Islands and La Geria.