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It is a sweet red grape variety. It grows well in hot, dry regions and is grown in southern France, Spain, South America, Australia, and California's Central Valley.

It is usually blended with other varieties, rather than made into a varietal wine. It is also frequently used to make lighter rosé wines.

Garnacha is the most widely planted variety in Spain. The grape was grown in Spain before it made its way to France, but the popularity of the French wines has ensured that it is now more commonly known by the French name.

This varietal is very comfortable in arid conditions; therefore, making it a very successful grape throughout the many areas of Spain. Influenced by the Mediterranean. (It is grown in the Penedés region, where surrounding mountains keep the humid climate locked in.)

Its must is low in malic acid, which can cause easy oxidation. However, the wines it produces are high in alcohol , 15- to 16 percent is not unusual. The wines from Garnacha tend to have a more fruity, sweet flavor, which makes them perfect for Rosés. Red wines produced solely from this grape can be big and clumsy and are not usually produced; although there is a very small handful of bodegas that have vinified 100% Garnacha wines very successfully.