Ep. 1848 Marco Gandini Narrates Pt. 61 | Italian Wine Unplugged 2.0

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It is sometimes incorrectly called La Klima Tier due to its oblong berry shape and also for that reason, It is thought to be a grape of Greek origin that was brought to Apollo in the eighth century. Also known as is registered as a separate grape in the national registry, though it is likely an earlier ripening biotite as they share genetic identity. It is most widely planted grape in the province's of Brindisi and Leche. In which it is also the dominant grape in most DOCs for both red and rosato wines. In the vineyard. Thrives in dry, clay, caries soils, found in warm climates, an attribute that has led to its plantings outside of Italy, including in Australia and California. Reliable and productive producer. It ripens late and pre ferris a long growing season. Known for having dark, almost black berries. In the glass tends not to be a dark opaque color with medium intensity. On the nose, it has aromas of black cherry, plum and tobacco, and it's not considered to be highly aromatic. It has moderate to high acidity and its tenants can be coarse and rustic. If not carefully managed alcohol level can become overpowering. Specific styles. One of its most common blending partners is Malvasianera, which adds perfume, as well as soft and satanic structure, as well as softens the tenant structure of Negro Amaro in both the red and rosato wines. As a rosato, it is known for a deeper cherry hue and a fruit forward style perhaps not as fashionable as the pale, proven Sal style, but worthy of its own accolades. At the table, as a fuller bodied wine, it pairs well with grilled meats and aged cheeses. Associated regions and DOPs. Apulia, Salicie Salentino, DOC, Copino, DOC, Lizzano, DOC, Venchmart producers. Agricola Cosimo, Agricola Valone, rosadigolfo, leon de Castris. Nerello capucho. Description Grow mainly in Sicily, but also in Calabrio, its synonym is or in local dialects. Although some believe the latter to be a separate variety, it has never been proven. Cameling confused with other grapes in the vineyard, including sangiovese, Chielgolo, and most frequently, Carignano. In the vineyard? It experiences early bud break and flowering, making it more susceptible to spring weather related issues damp or cold. It is vigorous and productive ripening earlier than and is generally reliable in the glass. Higher levels of molding anthocyanins result in a deeper color into glass. Though not consider highly aromatic, typical aromas are dark cherries, licorice, and vanilla. Tenants are medium and brusque with medium acidity and alcohol. Specific styles. Not typically made as a mono varietal wine, though there are a few good examples. It is also said to h poorly due to diminished tenants. Again, there are few notable exceptions. As a blending partner, It softens the structure and adds depth in color. Add the table. Pers well with tomato based sauces as well as real meats and the sicilian squid ink pasta. Associated regions and DOPs. Sisley, Aetna, DOC, Faro, DOC, Cichelia, DOC, Savuto, GOC, Scavinia, DOC. Benchmark producers. Description. Grow mainly in Sicily until recently little attention was given to this grave nor region. However, since two thousand investment and development in Aetna DUC has brought it back into the limelight. In the local dialect, the grape is known as Mascaleza is a reference to the Masali plains near Catania. Its parentage was found to be a spontaneous crossing of San Giovanni and Montana Cobianco. While it is possibly a close relation to Karicante, there are many clones and biotypes. And the vineyard. Many biotypes and clones make it difficult to generalize But overall, it is a vigorous variety. Its production, what considered generous, can vary in quality and its vintage dependence. Sensitive to both botrytis and Oedium. As a late ripening variety, one significant challenge is reaching phenolic tanning ripeness. For this reason, daily thing is important. Yields must be kept in check-in order to produce a high quality wine. In the glass, a gray translator of terroir, its performance on Aetna has often been compared to Burgundy, and it indented vividly showcases its vineyard, vine age, and vintage in the glass. And thosyanin's contents is dominated by Pionin and cyanin, and the wine is typically a pale medium intensity ruby red. Complex nodes of tart, red cherry, rosemary, setter, tobacco, and mineral character. Tennis can be green, or ripe, So maceration requires special attention. Specific styles, dry steel line that is typically the dominant grape blended with Narello capucho up to twenty percent. Capucha softens the structure and adds color. Associated regions and DOPs. Sicily, Lamencia, GOC benchmark producers. Listen to the Italian wine podcast wherever you get your podcasts. We're on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, email ifm, and more. Don't forget to subscribe and break the show. 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