Greco Nero

Greco Nero is a native Italian grape variety, which is believe to have Greek origins.

Greco Nero is a large-berried grape variety that produces wines with ruby red color. It has pleasant aromas and a distinctive vinous flavor.

Greco Nero is mostly found in the region of Calabria in Italy. Greco Nero is often blended with Calabria's iconic red variety, Gaglioppo. Greco Nero is permitted in several DOCs in Calabria, often used as a blending partner. The wines exhibit flavors of plum, cherry and black fruit. Greco Nero is an ideal accompaniment to tomato sauced pasta dishes.

Greco Nero is a mutation of its white sibling, Greco.