Cirò | Classic
The Cirò Classico from Calabria has been one of the most famous wines of southern Italy for decades. The fruity red and rosé wines from the Gaglioppo grape and the fresh white wine from the Greco grape variety are very popular. Not only the Librandi winery, but also several smaller wineries have been producing high-quality versions of Cirò for years, including some naturally produced products. Cirò is also available as a Riserva, where longer aging in barrel and bottle further refines the product.
Cirò is produced as white, red and rosé wine, it is the most popular wine of Calabria. According to legend, in ancient times, the red wine was served to the winners of the Olympics. More than 40 years ago, it was one of the first to receive the DOC predicate. Persistently fresh on the nose with subtle hints of citrus fruit, accented by floral notes. The palate is refreshing and uncomplicated with a beautiful fruity component. The finish also lives on the fragrant fruit, combined with a light mineral note. - Gerardo [TS02/24]
'DOC for dry red, rose and white wines in the Italian region of Calabria. The zone includes the namesake municipalities of Cirò and Cirò Marina (the Classico area), as well as Crucoli and Melissa in the province of Catanzaro. The core area looks back to a very long past and was identified as the Greek Krimisa (Cremissa), which was later baptized Zrò and finally Cirò. According to legend, a red wine from here was served to Olympic winners in ancient times. Moreover, it was allegedly carried by athletes during training in amphorae from the ball to the toe of the Italian boot. It was considered (and this is still the case today) particularly rich in body and alcohol." - wein-plus.de
Region: Calabria Winery: Librandi Winery: Santa Venere
Cirò Bianco Segno Librandi DOC 2023Librandi, Calabria
The Cirò Bianco from Librandi shimmers in light straw yellow and exudes a delicate bouquet of citrus fruits, harmoniously complemented by floral notes. On the palate, the fragrant fruit is accompanied by a fine mineral note, which gives the wine additional depth. With its clear structure and refreshing elegance, this white wine is an authentic representative of the Calabrian coast and a fine accompaniment to light...
€ 6,95 € 6,49 = 8,65 €/L
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Cirò Rosso Classico Segno Librandi DOC 2022Librandi, Calabria
This Cirò Rosso from the original Gaglioppo grape variety, which is at home in Calabria, produces a powerful, harmonious red wine. The aroma combines red wild fruits with ripe berries and a hint of fine spices, making it pleasantly complex. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and structured, with a balance that makes it the ideal accompaniment for hearty dishes and the embodiment of the Calabrian...
€ 6,95 = 9,27 €/L
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Cirò Rosato DOC 2023 (Bio)Santa Venere, Calabria
The Cirò Rosato is of bright coral color with violet nuances. On the nose, the wine reveals delicate fruity notes of strawberries and raspberries. The palate is pleasantly fresh, fruity and with delicate melting. 100% Gaglioppo. - Gerardo [TS07/24]
€ 8,95 € 8,49 = 11,32 €/L
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Cirò Bianco DOC 2023 (Bio)Santa Venere, Calabria
Persistently fresh on the nose with subtle nuances of citrus fruit, underpinned by floral accents. Refreshing and uncomplicated on the palate with a nice fruity component. The finish also lives on the fragrant fruit, combined with a light mineral note. 100% Greco. - Gerardo [TS07/24]
€ 8,95 = 11,93 €/L
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Cirò Rosso Classico Superiore DOC 2022 (Bio)Santa Venere, Calabria
The red wine classic of Calabria comes in its most honest form entirely without supplement grapes. Made from 100% Gaglioppo grapes, this Cirò Rosso has a balanced and fruity taste of wild berries, with very little bitterness. 100% Gaglioppo. - Gerardo [TS07/23]
€ 8,95 = 11,93 €/L
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Duca Sanfelice · Cirò Rosso Riserva DOC 2020Librandi, Calabria
The Duca Sanfelice impressively demonstrates the potential of the Calabrian Gaglioppo grape variety and impresses with its ruby red color and fine orange reflections. Its bouquet unfolds notes of ripe forest fruits, delicately underpinned by hints of vanilla and licorice, which give it a special depth. On the palate, the wine is harmonious and balanced, with fine fruit and spicy notes supported by supple tannins. A Cirò Rosso of impressive complexity and elegance, which retains its full spectrum of aromas...
€ 12,95 € 12,49 = 16,65 €/L
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Duca Sanfelice · Cirò Rosso Riserva DOC 2021Librandi, Calabria
The Duca Sanfelice impressively demonstrates the potential of the Calabrian Gaglioppo grape variety and impresses with its ruby red color and fine orange reflections. Its bouquet unfolds notes of ripe forest fruits, delicately underpinned by hints of vanilla and licorice, which give it a special depth. On the palate, the wine is harmonious and balanced, with fine fruit and spicy notes supported by supple tannins. A Cirò Rosso of impressive complexity and elegance, which retains its full spectrum of aromas...
€ 12,95 = 17,27 €/L
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Federico Scala · Cirò Rosso Riserva DOC 2020 (Bio)Santa Venere, Calabria
The flagship wine of Santa Venere bears the name of its founder and pioneer Federico Scala. This fundamentally honest, Calabrian top-quality wine comes completely without supplementary grapes: The hand-picked Gaglioppo grapes of this Cirò Rosso Riserva come from the cru site Tenuta Voltagrande. The late harvest in October and vinification are followed by 12 months of aging in large wooden barrels. The aroma is characterized by fruit under alcohol, tobacco and some cigar box. The palate is fruity and...
€ 22,95 = 30,60 €/L
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Region: Calabria Winery: Librandi Winery: Santa Venere
Cirò | Classic | Buy at Gerardo
The most famous producer, Librandi Winery, is located in Cirò Marina, a sunny town on the Calabrian-Ionian coast, near Punta Alice, the southern bay of the Gulf of Taranto. This area, with its clayey soils and its favorable geographical position, not far from the sea, at the foot of the Sila mountains and therefore exposed to an ideal change of temperature between day and night, brings with it a natural inclination for wine growing. Librandi has been engaged in viticulture for four generations. However, bottling under its own name dates back to the fifties, thanks to Antonio Cataldo. Librandi has remained faithful to the traditional flavors of Calabria - to this day, the local grape variety Gaglioppo is preferred for the wines. - Gerardo [TS04/23]