Callet

Grape variety	Callet
Grape colour	Red grape
Characteristics of the wine	Callet is traditionally used in the production of rosé wines, where it's blended with other local grapes like Fogoneu and Manto Negro. More recently, it has been used to create light-bodied red wines, often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, or Syrah. Despite the deep color of Callet, the wines tend to be low in alcohol with soft tannin structure. They often present sweet raspberry flavors. However, varietal wines made solely from Callet remain relatively rare.
Synonyms	No known synonyms for Callet.
History	Callet is a red grape variety indigenous to the island of Majorca, Spain. Its cultivation dates back to the 18th century. This grape was primarily used in the production of local rosé wines until the late 20th century, when winemakers began to recognize its potential for crafting distinct and high-quality red wines.
Ampelographic features	Callet grapes are small and round, with a thick skin. They grow in tight clusters and ripen late in the season. They are well-adapted to the hot and dry conditions of Majorca and are resistant to many common vine diseases.