Wine Grape: Colorino
Red wine grape with remote origins, probably a cross between local wild grapes. Its name comes from the intense color of its skin. It was traditionally used in Tuscany in the governo technique. It is sometimes used to add color and tannins to Sangiovese-based wines.
Synonyms
Also known as Abrostino, Abrusco, Colorino di Valdarno, Raverusto
Where
Italy: Tuscany, Umbria
Principal Wines
Italy: Tuscany: Montecarlo DOC; Umbria: Lago di Corbara DOC, Rosso Orvietano DOC
Characteristics
Color: Intense ruby red
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