Ciliegiolo

Ciliegiolo
Grape (Vitis)
Cluster of Ciliegiolo
Color of berry skinNoir
SpeciesVitis vinifera
OriginItaly
Notable regionsTuscany, Umbria
VIVC number2660

Ciliegiolo is a variety of red wine grape from Italy, named after the Italian for 'cherry'. It is a minor component of traditional blends such as Chianti, but interest has revived in recent years. In Umbria it is made into a light quaffing wine, while in Tuscany it is made into a bigger, more structured style.