Mantonico Bianco

Mantonico Bianco is a white Italian wine grape variety that is predominately grown in the Calabria region of southern Italy. Ampelographers believe that grape is of very old, likely Greek origins, as are many grapes in southern Italy. In the late 20th century, there was just over 1100 ha (2700 acres) planted.[1]

Synonyms

Various synonyms have been used to describe Mantonico Bianco and its wines, including Mantonico, Montonico Bianco Calabrese and Montonico Bianco della Calabria.

References

  1. ^ J. Robinson Jancis Robinson's Guide to Wine Grapes pg 103 Oxford University Press 1996 ISBN 0-19-860098-4