Greco Nero Di Sibari

Red

Greco Nero di Sibari is a distinctive red grape variety indigenous to the Ionian coastal region of northern Calabria. This ancient cultivar represents one of several unrelated "Greco Nero" varieties found throughout southern Italy, each adapted to specific microclimates and terroirs.

Key Characteristics

  • Indigenous Calabrian red variety
  • Coastal Mediterranean adaptation
  • Limited geographic cultivation
  • Ancient viticultural heritage
  • Distinct from other Greco Nero variants

Typical Flavors

Red cherryMediterranean herbsCoastal mineralityEarthy undertonesSpice notesFresh acidityMedium tannins

Major Regions

Cosenza Province (Calabria) · Sibari Plains · Ionian Coast · Northeastern Calabria · Crati Valley

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