Magliocco Canino

Magliocco Canino is a red Italian wine grape variety that is predominantly grown in the Calabria region of southern Italy. It is often used as a blending grape, often with Gaglioppo of which the varieties are often confused. In the late 20th century there was just over 1,500 hectares (3,700 acres) of Magliocco Canino planted.[1]

For the similarly named and related grape variety, see Magliocco Dolce.

Synonyms

Various synonyms have been used to describe Magliocco Canino and its wines, including Gaglioppo, Magliocco, Magliocco ovale and Magliuacculu.

References
  1. J. Robinson Jancis Robinson's Guide to Wine Grapes pg 98 Oxford University Press 1996 ISBN 0-19-860098-4


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