Malvasia: Group of mostly unrelated varieties—17 different “Malvasias” on official list, most white, some red (see Malvasia Nera), one pink (see Malvasia Rosa). Primary white varieties: Malvasia Bianca di Candia: Most-planted Malvasia. Light bodied; high in acidity. Aromas & flavors: White flowers, citrus, green or yellow apple, herbs. Malvasia Bianca Lunga: Primary ingredient (with or […]
High-quality variety. High acidity; high alcohol. Aromas & flavors: Apple, pear, delicately herbal (sage, thyme, mint). Best DOP: Offida DOCG.
Multiple biotypes; may be a group of distinct varieties under the same name. High acidity. Aromas & flavors: Ripe citrus, tropical fruit. Best DOPs: Controguerra DOC, Offida DOCG.
Tai Rosso is a genetic match with Garnacha of Spain (Grenache in France and many other countries), as are Alicante, Cannonau, and Vernaccia Nera, but all of them have developed in relative isolation for centuries. Light in color. Aromas & flavors: Floral, herbal.
