Vermentino Nero
RedA rare indigenous black grape variety from northwestern Tuscany that represents one of Italy's most remarkable viticultural rescue stories. Nearly extinct after World War II, this distinctive variety has been carefully revived by dedicated producers in the Massa-Carrara province, offering wines of unique character and historical significance.
Key Characteristics
- •Rare indigenous Tuscan variety
- •Mid to late ripening cycle
- •Susceptible to fungal diseases
- •Historically significant rescue grape
- •Limited but growing cultivation
Typical Flavors
Dark berry fruitsMineral undertonesHerbal complexityEarthy nuancesModerate tannin structureFresh acidityDistinctive regional terroir
Major Regions
Massa-Carrara Province (Tuscany) · Colli di Luni DOC · Northwestern Tuscany hillsides · Limited plantings in central Tuscany