{"title":"Caladoc","description":"\u003cp\u003eCaladoc is a red wine grape developed in France during the 1950s through a cross between Grenache and Malbec. It was created at the Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique (INRA) in Montpellier with the aim of producing quality wine while maintaining good disease resistance and reliable ripening in warm Mediterranean climates. The variety remains relatively uncommon in global viticulture, with cultivation concentrated in southern France, particularly in the Languedoc and Provence regions where it benefits from consistent sunshine and warm growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grape produces wines with moderate tannins and good acidity relative to its ripening profile. Caladoc typically contributes dark fruit characteristics—blackberry, plum, and black cherry—with earthy and sometimes herbal undertones. When used in blends, particularly with Grenache as is common in Provence, it adds structure and colour while the Grenache provides elegance and aromatics. The variety's natural balance between alcohol potential and acidity makes it well-suited to Mediterranean rosé and light red wine production, where it can develop crisp, dry styles without excessive alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn southern France, Caladoc appears primarily in IGP Méditerranée and regional blends rather than as a varietal wine. It functions effectively as a blending component, where its contribution of colour and tannin structure complements the softer, more aromatic characteristics of traditional Mediterranean varieties like Grenache and Muscat. The grape pairs well with Provençal cuisine—vegetables, grilled fish, cured meats, and herb-based dishes that benefit from its acidity and moderate weight.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/onshorecellars.com\/en-ro\/collections\/grape-caladoc.oembed","provider":"Onshore Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}