Chelva (grape)

Chelva is an old variety of white wine grape originating in Extremadura, Spain.[1] In 2015 there were 5,730 ha (14,159 acres) of Chelva vineyards in Spain, almost all of which were in Extremadura.

Chelva
Grape (Vitis)
Color of berry skinBlanc
SpeciesVitis vinifera
Also called(more)
OriginExtremadura, Spain
VIVC number2520

Synonyms

Chelva is also known under the synonyms Chelva de Cebreros, Chelva de Guareña, Eva, Forastera Blanca, Gabriela (Pajarete and Arcos), Guarena, Mantúo, Mantúo de Pilas, Montúa, Montúo de Villanueva, Montúo Gordo, Uva Rey or Uva del Rey, Uva de Puerto Real, Villanueva.

References

  1. Robinson, Jancis; Julia Harding; José Vouillamoz (2012). Wine Grapes - A complete guide to 1,368 vine varieties, including their origins and flavours. London: Allen Lane. pp. 1093–1095. ISBN 978-1-846-14446-2.
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