Ciliegiolo | |
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Grape (Vitis) | |
Color of berry skin | Noir |
Species | Vitis vinifera |
Origin | Italy |
Notable regions | Tuscany, Umbria |
VIVC number | 2660 |
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.