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OVERVIEW:

Catawba is a North American hybrid red grape that was likely discovered near the Catawba River in North Carolina, though its exact origin is disputed. Catawba is used in the production of pink and rose wines. 

PRONUNCIATION:

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GENERAL INFORMATION:

Catawba is a North American hybrid red grape that was likely discovered near the Catawba River in North Carolina, though its exact origin is disputed. Catawba is used in the production of pink and rose wines. 

Acres in Missouri:

5.6% - 96 acres

Flavors or tasting notes:

Catawba provides sweet aromas with hints of garden-fresh strawberries. Sweet notes will be soft on the tongue with a floral and woodsy twist.

Taste Profile:

Catawba produces a medium-bodied, sweet, fragrant, strawberry-like wine.

Ideal Serving Temperature:

Chilled to 55°F

Food pairings:

Spicy cheeses, baby swiss, pork chops, cold cuts, roasted chicken, sweet barbeque, french fries, rosemary, cinnamon, spicy mustard, light desserts, melon.  Learn more by clicking here

Recipe ideas:

Sangria

Catawba Cocktail

Catawba Barbecue Sauce

Catawba Pretzel Tart

Catawba Pulled Pork

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Sweetness Scale:
Catawba semi-dry/semi-sweet

 

Catawba grape cluster

 

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