Calabrese Montenuovo
| Calabrese Montenuovo | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Origin | Italy |
| Notable regions | Calabria, Campania |
Calabrese Montenuovo is an ancient variety of red wine grape from Italy. It was discovered in a vineyard in Campania and became famous when it was found to be one of the parents of Sangiovese.[1]
History
Little is known about Calabrese Montenuovo, but the link to Sangiovese has prompted considerable research. It is believed to have originated in Calabria, hence the name.
Wine regions
Calabrese Montenuovo was found in a vineyard in Campania, but similar grapes have since been found at several sites further south, in Calabria.
Viticulture
The grapes are red.
Synonyms
Calabrese di Montenuovo. It should not be confused with other grapes that bear the Calabrese name, such as Nero d'Avola.
See also
References
- ↑ Alley, Lynn. "Researchers Uncover Parentage of Sangiovese". Wine Spectator. Retrieved 2007-06-16.
Further reading
Vouillamoz et al., The parentage of 'Sangiovese', the most important Italian wine grape, Vitis Germany 2007, 46 (1) 19-22, ISSN 0042-7500