Corvina

Thick skin, ideal for air-drying. Light in color and tannin. Aromas & flavors: Violet, blackberry, red cherry, herbs. Believed to be a descendant of both Marzemino and Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso; distinct from Corvinone and Corbina.

In a nutshell

Color: Red

Alternative Names and Subvarieties: Cruina

Origin: Autochthonous

Best Known For: Valpolicella and Amarone

Where Grown: Exclusively in Veneto

Regions:

Veneto,

Vineyard Area: 5,877 ha (14,516 acres)

Denominations that use this grape variety

Majority Component in One or More Wines of:

Principal Red Grape Varieties:

Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG, Bardolino DOC, Bardolino Superiore DOCG, Garda DOC, Recioto della Valpolicella DOCG, Valpolicella DOC, Valpolicella Ripasso DOC