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Tintilia is a red grape known for blackberry, plum, spice. Its best-known homes are Molise.
Origin and history
An old variety of Molise in southern Italy; its name is thought to come from 'tinto', a sign of Spanish influence in the region's history.
Where it grows
Molise, mainly in the hills of the Campobasso and Isernia provinces.
Structure
Medium to full body, deep colour, firm tannins and fresh acidity.
Aromas, young and aged
Young: blackberry, plum, black cherry, pepper and Mediterranean herbs. With age: dried fruit, liquorice, leather and spice.
Ageing
Most drink within 3–6 years; the best examples can age around 10 years.
Also known as
Tintilia del Molise.
Good to know
Almost lost after the 20th century, it was revived by local growers and gained its own appellation, Tintilia del Molise DOC, in 2011.
Wine regions for Tintilia
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