Calabria | Red Wine
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Calabria | Red Wine
Calabria, at the tip of the Italian boot, stands for picturesque towns, sandy beaches and Mediterranean but hearty cuisine. But here, in the deep south of Italy around the Calabrian capital of Catanzaro, is also one of the oldest wine-growing areas in the country. Wine has been produced here since ancient times, when the area was part of the Greek colony. The region was called Enotria, which means wine country. Most of Calabria's vineyards are located on the coast, where the climate is Mediterranean, in contrast to the inland plateau. The plateau is characterized by hot summers and cold winters with abundant rainfall.
The most cultivated grape varieties in Calabria are Gaglioppo, Magliocco and Cabernet-Sauvignon. - Gerardo [TS07/22]
"Our tastings showed once again the high quality and strong sensual stimuli that the pure Gaglioppo is capable of..." - Slow Wine
Classic: Cirò Grape Variety: Greco Grape Variety: Gaglioppo
Classic: Cirò Grape Variety: Greco Grape Variety: Gaglioppo
Calabria | Red Wine | Buy at Gerardo
Red wines from Calabria, a region in the south of Italy, are known for their strong and spicy flavors. The region has a Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters, which provides perfect conditions for winemaking. Some of the most popular red wine varieties from Calabria are Gaglioppo, Magliocco and Nerello.
Gaglioppo is the most widespread variety in Calabria and is mainly produced in the Ciro region. The wine has a dark ruby color and a strong taste with notes of plums, cherries and spices. It goes well with meat dishes and cheese. Magliocco is an ancient variety that has been grown in Calabria for centuries. The wine has a deep red color and a spicy taste with notes of plums, cherries and spices. It goes well with dark meat and game. Nerello is a red wine variety produced mainly in the Calabria region. The wine has a deep red color and a spicy taste with notes of plums, cherries and spices. It goes well with dark meat and game.
Some winemakers in Calabria are also experimenting with new techniques and methods to make their wines even better. For example, they use modern cellar technology and age their wines longer to achieve more depth and complexity. Overall, red wines from Calabria are known for their strong and spicy flavors and are perfect for drinking with different dishes and occasions. It's worth tasting the variety of different varietals and discovering which one suits you best. - Gerardo [TS01/23]