/montˈɔniko bjˈanko/
- Chiapparone
- Chiapparù
- Fermana Bianca
- Firman
- Rappanello
- Uva Regno
White
- Montonico Bianco nearly faced extinction due to the devastation caused by phylloxera, with only a handful of ancient vines spared.
- This variety is frequently mistaken for Mantonico Bianco from Calabria, despite being entirely unrelated.
- Monovarietal wines are a rarity, as Montonico Bianco is commonly utilized as a blending component in other wine varieties.
Map of historic hometown
Montonico Bianco grapes give rise to a crisp, floral white wine characterized by elevated acidity, yet monovarietal bottlings are seldom encountered as it typically serves as a blending component in other wines. Exhibiting delicate notes of spice and fruit, with nuances of acacia flowers, anise seed, and fresh herbs, it imparts a slightly tannic, astringent texture alongside ample refreshing acidity.
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