Nielluccio

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Nielluccio is a red wine grape that is native to Corsica. Ampelographers believe the vine maybe related to the Tuscan grape Sangiovese. An early budding vine, it produces wines lacking in color and with high alcohol levels. It is commonly use to make rosé wine. ^[1]

Nielluccio is the principal grape varietal used in the production of red Patrimonio (the first Corsican AC [1968]), where it must by law make up 98% of the blend. Other varietals were also prevalent in the region, notably Grenache, but they are on the decline since the determination of the laws governing production of Patrimonio (whose white wine is made from 100% Vermentino).