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Greco is a white grape known for peach, pear, citrus. Its best-known homes are Campania.
Origin and history
An ancient grape of Campania whose name hints at Greek origins, which remain unproven; DNA shows it is identical to Asprinio.
Where it grows
Campania (Greco di Tufo DOCG, Asprinio di Aversa), plus Puglia.
Structure
Medium to full body with high acidity; dry, sometimes sparkling.
Aromas, young and aged
Young: peach, pear, lemon, almond and mineral notes. With age: honey, nuts and smoky notes.
Ageing
Usually best within 2–5 years; top Greco di Tufo can age 10 years or more.
Also known as
Asprinio, Greco di Tufo.
Good to know
Greco di Tufo is named after the village of Tufo and its tufa soils; Calabria's Greco Bianco is a different variety.
Wine regions for Greco
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