Wines made from Gaglioppo grapes of Bivongi

Discover the best wines made with Gaglioppo as a single variety or as a blend of Bivongi.

More informations about the variety Gaglioppo

A very old grape variety cultivated in southern Italy (Sicily, Calabria, etc.), the Greeks and Romans already knew it. It is related to sangiovese and mantonico bianco. According to Pierre Galet, Magliocco is identical to Galioppo.

More informations about the region of Calabre

The wine region of Bivongi is located in the region of Calabre of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Cantine Lavorata or the Domaine Cantine Lavorata produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Bivongi are Gaglioppo, Chardonnay and Nero d'Avola, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Bivongi often reveals types of flavors of red fruit, earth or oak.

What are the typical flavors of the Gaglioppo grape variety?

News about the grape variety Gaglioppo

What the Decanter team is drinking this Christmas

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Brad Pitt launches skincare range using ingredients from Rhône Valley vineyard

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Serving Thanksgiving wine: Expert tips

Thanksgiving is an excuse to indulge in the company of your family – and Thanksgiving 2021 will likely see even more indulgence than normal as people celebrate getting together again at this time of year. So pull out your best bottles and follow these top wine serving tips for a successful Thanksgiving. Serve red wines at 16-18°C (61-65°F) Your full-bodied California Cabernet or Brunello di Montalcino may be described as at the peak of its powers when served at ‘room temperature’. However, ...