Grechetto
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Varietal Character

Grechetto
Grechetto
Primarily a blending grape of simple country white wines, yet an acid core that when made well can resonate on a warm summer day dining al fresco. Crisp, sleek, simple and very refreshing

Appellations Growing Grechetto Grapes

Appellations producing the most Grechetto wines:



Grechetto Grape Details

Grechetto has origin in Greece yet is known as an Italian white wine grape of central Italy. Primarily grown in the Umbria where it contributes to the DOC wine Orvieto. Its thick skin provides resistence to fungal infections such sa Downy Mildew and provides cause to be included in such fermentations that create the Vin Santo, a sweet desert wine.



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