Mandon
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Mandon Tinto, Galmete, Sabater, Galmeter, Galmater
Mandon is a red wine grape with signature aromas of black plum, black cherry, dried herbs. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium(+) tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Tempranillo and Bobal.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for black-plum and herb character with peppery lift over overtly fruity sweetness.
- Check medium body with medium-plus tannin and moderate acidity.
Confidence signals
- Dark-fruit and herb profile
- Medium-plus tannin with balanced frame
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Arribes · Catalonia · Priorat
- Classic styles: Naming stub on Garro (#7326) / Mandó — prefer the Mandó dossier · Arribes / Catalan dark red under Mandón spelling (≠ Morenillo (#25054))
Common questions
Is Mandon a red or white grape variety?
Mandon is a red wine grape variety.
What does Mandon smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Mandon include black plum, black cherry, dried herbs and plum. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium(+) tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Mandon?
Documented tells for Mandon: Look for black-plum and herb character with peppery lift over overtly fruity sweetness. and Check medium body with medium-plus tannin and moderate acidity..
What is Mandon most often confused with in blind tasting?
Mandon is most commonly confused with Tempranillo, Bobal and Mourvedre. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Mandon grown?
Classic regions for Mandon include Arribes, Catalonia and Priorat.