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- Greco Bianco di Cosenza
- Greco Bianco di Rogliano
- Pecorello Bianco
White
Greco Bianco shares its identity with Malvasia di Lipari; Greco Bianco di Cirò is, in fact, the grape variety known as Guardavalle; Greco Bianco di Rogliano is essentially Pecorello; and Greco Bianco del Pollino is the same as Montonico Bianco.
Wines made from Greco Bianco have the potential to rank among Italy’s finest, particularly when made into sweet dessert wines.
Undoubtedly, the grand cru regions for Greco di Bianco are Palazzi and Santa Anna in Bianco.
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When experiencing Greco Bianco, anticipate a wine that often embodies a rich, full-bodied character, with flavors and aromas that may include ripe tropical fruits like peach and pear, accompanied by floral notes and hints of honey. It typically offers a balanced acidity and can exhibit a smooth, almost oily texture on the palate. Greco Bianco wines are often enjoyable in their youth, but they can also age gracefully, developing additional complexity over time.
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