Wines made from Corvina grapes of Bianco di Custoza
Discover the best wines made with Corvina as a single variety or as a blend of Bianco di Custoza.
Its precise origin is unknown, it has been cultivated for a very long time in northern Italy. It can be found in Switzerland, Australia, Argentina, ... in France it is almost unknown. It should not be confused with the Corvinone, another Italian grape variety. It should be noted that the Corvina is related to the Rondinella and the Refosco dal Peduncolo rosso.
The wine region of Bianco di Custoza is located in the region of Vénétie of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Monte del Frá or the Domaine Aldegheri produce mainly wines white, sparkling and red. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Bianco di Custoza are Garganega, Cortese and Chardonnay, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Bianco di Custoza often reveals types of flavors of citrus, lemon zest or stone and sometimes also flavors of toasty, toffee or almonds.
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