Obaideh
White wine grape variety
Also known as Obeidi
Obaideh is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon, green apple, white flowers. Structure: Medium(+) body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Chardonnay and Viognier.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for apple-citrus and floral profile with textured mouthfeel.
- Check freshness remains present under a fuller, ripe frame.
Confidence signals
- Orchard-fruit floral profile
- Moderate-fresh acidity with medium-plus body
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Bekaa Valley · Mount Lebanon · Baalbek
- Classic styles: Indigenous Lebanese white with textured orchard profile · Medium-plus bodied white balancing ripeness and freshness
Common questions
Is Obaideh a red or white grape variety?
Obaideh is a white wine grape variety.
What does Obaideh smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Obaideh include lemon, green apple and white flowers. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Obaideh?
Documented tells for Obaideh: Look for apple-citrus and floral profile with textured mouthfeel. and Check freshness remains present under a fuller, ripe frame..
What is Obaideh most often confused with in blind tasting?
Obaideh is most commonly confused with Chardonnay, Viognier and Fiano. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Obaideh grown?
Classic regions for Obaideh include Bekaa Valley, Mount Lebanon and Baalbek.