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Greco di Tufo (Italy)

Greco

Greco is an Italian wine grape.

In the Campania region it is used to produce the DOCG wine Greco di Tufo.

In Calabria it is used to make the DOC wine Greco di Bianco.

Greco di Tufo Flavors

Greco di Tufo wines are unique in their perfume and mineral characteristics.

Apple. Lemon and Peach are typical flavors for Greco di Tufo, followed by a Volcanic Minerality.

Apple
Apple
Lemon
Lemon
Peach
Yellow
Peach
Melon
Melon
Jasmine
Jasmine
Herbs
Herbs
Bitter Almond
Almond
Volcanic
Volcanic

Greco di Tufo Profile

Greco di Tufo is known to be aromatic, but light in body, with crisp in acidity:

SUGAR:Dry 3g/l
BODY:Light
FRUIT:Medium-High
ACIDITY:Medium - High
ALcohol:12-13% ABV
Temperature Serving temperature:
8-10°C (46-50°F)

Greco di Tufo Food Pairing

Greco di Tufo pairs best with Seafood and Fried Fish.

Aperitif
Aperitif
Fish
Fish
Crab
Seafood
Sushi
Sushi
Pasta
Pasta
Risotto
Risotto
Salads
Salads
Soft Cheese
Soft Cheese

Excellent Pairings

Seafood. Raw Fish. Sushi.
Grilled or Fried White Fish. Sea Bass.
Seafood Pasta and Seafood Risotto.
Vinegar Salad. Caprese Salad.
Italian. Indian. Asian Dishes.

Cheeses

Soft Cheese. Mozzarella di Bufala.

Italian Specialities

Baccalà.
Lamb with Peas.

Greco di Tufo DOCG made from old vines or from special terroirs, has enough body to match lamb meat.

The Ideal Glass for Greco di Tufo

A Tulip Shaped Glass with a slightly smaller bowl can be suitable for various dry white wine styles.

It guides the wine to the center of your mouth, avoiding the sides where acidity is less pleasant.

A smaller bowl also helps to serve smaller quantities, and keep the wine cold. It also helps if you hold the glass by the stem!

If You Like Greco di Tufo

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Albariño (Spain)
Alvarinho (Portugal)
Assyrtiko (Greece)
Gavi (Italy)
Grechetto (Italy)
Greco di Tufo (Italy)
Moschofilero (Greece)
Pinot Bianco (Italy)
Sylvaner (France)
Riesling Dry (Germany)
Trebbiano (Italy)
Ugni Blanc (France)
Weissburgunder (Germany)

Wine Region Campania

Vesuvio

Climate and Soil

The region is characterized by diverse landscapes, including coastal plains, hills, and mountains. The volcanic soils, particularly around Mount Vesuvio, contribute to the unique terroir of the vineyards.

The Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild winters is favorable for grape cultivation.

Black Grapes

White Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon

35% Aglianico

Sauvignon

15% Fiano
12% Falanghina
10% Greco


Red Wines

White Wines

Red Wine

Aglianico del Taburno
Taurasi DOCG

White Wine

Fiano di Avellino DOCG
Falanghina
Greco di Tufo DOCG

Denominations

Aglianico del Taburno DOCG
Fiano di Avellino DOCG
Greco di Tufo DOCG
Taurasi DOCG

Aversa DOC
Campi Flegrei DOC
Capri DOC
Casavecchia di Pontelatone DOC
Castel San Lorenzo DOC
Cilento DOC
Costa d’Amalfi DOC
Falanghina del Sannio DOC
Falerno del Massico DOC
Galluccio DOC
Irpinia DOC
Ischia DOC
Penisola Sorrentina DOC
Sannio DOC
Vesuvio DOC

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