Gaglioppo (Italy)
Gaglioppo is a red wine grape from Calabria in southern Italy.
Gaglioppo Flavors
Red Berry flavors are typical for Gaglioppo, with hints of Earth and Flowers.
 Cherry |
 Raspberry |
 Red Currant |
 Roses |
Tertiary Flavors from Aging:
 Coffee |
 Spices |
 Tobacco |
 Leather |
Gaglioppo Profile
Gaglioppo is called the Barolo of the South because it tends to be full Bodied with high Tannins.
| BODY: | Full |
| TANNINS: | Medium - High |
| FRUIT: | Medium |
| ACIDITY: | Medium |
| ALCOHOL: | 13-14% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 17-18°C (63-64°F) |
Gaglioppo Food Pairing
Gaglioppo pairs best with Spicy Salami and Roasted Meat.
 Pasta |
 Salami |
 Pizza |
 Hamburger |
 Sausages |
 Ham |
 Pork |
 Red Meat |
Excellent Pairings
Porchetta (Slowly Roasted Pork).
Pasta Bolognese. Risotto. Lasagne.
Meat Balls. Pizza. Hamburger.
Pork. Lamb. Beef. BBQ. Stew. Game.
Calabria Specialities
'Nduja (Spicy Salami).
Cipolla Rossa di Tropea (Red Onion).
The Ideal Glass for Gaglioppo
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The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
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The Gaglioppo Grape
Gaglioppo is an indigenous grape from Calabria, used both in blends and in 100% varietal wines.
Local legend has it that Gaglioppo wine was used as celebratory wine of the Olympic Games 3000 years ago. In the Mexico City 1968 Olympics, the athletes were offered Gaglioppo wine with their meals during the competition.
The grape performs well in dry climates and the wines come in different styles: from lean reds similar to Pinot Noir, to bold reds similar to Barolo. Rosé are also very popular and quite dark.
Gaglioppo grape is naturally high in tannins, so the best red wines need aging (10 years or more) to reach the top quality level.
It is cultivated in the high altitudes, especially the mountains of Ciro' (Ionian Sea), thanks to the soils (mix of clay, sand and marl) and the cooler temperatures.
Calabria in a sunny, hot region and wine producers tend to harvest early to retain acidity and avoid the stewed, jammy taste.
Gaglioppo is DNA related to Sangiovese and Mantonico grapes.
Wine Region Calabria
Calabria is located on the Italian "Toe".
It is separated from Sicilia by the Strait of Messina.
Landscape and Climate
The region is characterized by mountainous terrain, hills, and a long coastline along the Ionian and Tyrrhenian Seas. The climate is Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
Black Grapes |
White Grapes |
50% Gaglioppo |
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Red Wines |
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Denominations
Cirò Classico DOCG (proposed)Bivongi DOC
Cirò DOC
Greco di Bianco DOC
Lamezia DOC
Melissa DOC
S. Anna di Isola Capo Rizzuto DOC
Savuto DOC
Scavigna DOC
Terre di Cosenza DOC
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