Malvasia di Lipari
Pronunciation: /malvazˈia dˈi lˈiparɪ/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Malvasia-di-Lipari.mp3 Synonym(s): Greco Bianco di Gerace Greco di Gerace Malmsey Malvagia Malvasia Cândida Mavasija Dubrovačka COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: Wine from the Malvasia di Lipari variety appears to have been produced since at least the first century BCE; it was well described by Cupani already in 1696 (he called […]
Malvasia di Casorzo
Pronunciation: /malvazˈia kozˈard͡zo/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Malvasia-di-Casorzo.mp3 Synonym(s): N/A COLOUR: Red Interesting Facts: The roots of Malvasia di Casorzo in Piedmont potentially date back to 1875. This aromatic grape variety is characterized by its robust berries and profoundly fragrant pulp. To fully realize its aromatic potential, Malvasia di Casorzo requires careful vineyard management, including precise pruning […]
Malvasia di Candia Aromatica
Pronunciation: /malvazˈia dˈi kˈandia aromˈatika/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Malvasia-di-Candia-Aromatica.mp3 Synonym(s): Malvasia Bianca di Candia Aromatica Malvasia di Alessandria Malvasia a Sapore Moscato COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: Distinct from the non-aromatic variety, Malvasia Bianca di Candia, Malvasia di Candia Aromatica stands as a high-quality aromatic grape. Hailing predominantly from the Emilia region of Emilia-Romagna, Malvasia di Candia […]
Malvasia del Lazio
Pronunciation: /malvazˈia dˈel lˈat͡sio/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Malvasia-del-Lazio.mp3 Synonym(s): Malvasia col Puntino Malvasia Gentile Malvasia Puntinata COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: In 2011, amendments to the legal requirements for making Frascati and Frascati Cannellino were implemented, stipulating that the blend must consist of a minimum of 70% Malvasia del Lazio. This adjustment aimed to incentivize vineyard plantings […]
Malvasia Bianca Lunga
Pronunciation: /malvazˈia bjˈanka lˈuŋɡa/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Malvasia-Bianca-Lunga.mp3 Synonym(s): Malvasia del Chianti Malvasia Bianca Lunga Toscana Krizol Menuetta Pavlos Tundulillu Bianco Višana COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: Malvasia Bianca Lunga stands as one of the parents, alongside Garganega, of Italy’s esteemed laboratory crossing, Incrocio Bianco Fedit 51. Additionally, it has been found to share close genetic ties […]
Malvasia Bianca di Candia
Pronunciation: /malvazˈia bjˈanka dˈi kˈandia/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Malvasia-Bianca-di-Candia.mp3 Synonym(s): Malvasia Bianca Malvasia Candia Malvasia di Candia Malvasia Rossa COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: Candia derives its name from the ancient Latin term for Crete, reflecting its historical connection to the island. Occasionally, Malvasia Bianca di Candia is referred to as Malvasia Rossa, not due to the […]
Malvasia Bianca
Pronunciation: /malvazˈia bjˈanka/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Malvasia-Bianca.mp3 Synonym(s): N/A COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: The grape remains enigmatic, with scant information available about its origins and characteristics. While Malvasia Moscata, prevalent in Piedmont, and Puglia‘s Malvasia Bianca share delightful musky and aromatic qualities, the resulting wines from Puglia often lack the expected aromatic intensity. This discrepancy may […]
Malbo Gentile
Pronunciation: /mˈalbo d͡ʒentˈile/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Malbo-Gentile.mp3 Synonym(s): Amabile di Genova Tubino Turbino COLOUR: Red Interesting Facts: Malbo Gentile exhibits a striking resemblance to wild grapevines, evoking an air of mystery surrounding its precise origins. While its exact lineage remains elusive, historical records trace its presence in the Emilia region of Emilia-Romagna as far back as […]
Magliocco
Pronunciation: /maʎˈɔkːo/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Magliocco.mp3 Synonym(s): Magliocco Dolce Magliocco Tondo Artino Greco Nero COLOUR: Red Interesting Facts: Magliocco is formally recognized as a synonym for Gaglioppo, despite their notable genetic differences and distinct characteristics. When Magliocco vines produce an abundance of fruit, the resulting wines tend to lack ripeness and exhibit herbal qualities, diminishing their […]
Maceratino Bianco
Pronunciation: /mat͡ʃeratˈino bjˈanko/ Voice File: https://winesafariitalia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Maceratino-Bianco.mp3 Synonym(s): Ribona Bianchetta Montecchiese Uva Stretta COLOUR: White Interesting Facts: Also known as Ribona, Maceratino Bianco emerges as a captivating grape variety whose lineage intertwines intriguingly with Verdicchio. This connection lends an air of mystery and heritage to its character. Its designation as “Maceratino” pays homage to the esteemed […]