Greco di Bianco DOC is a Passito wine with a brilliant golden-yellow color that can become amber with aging. Its aroma is intense and complex, with notes of apricot, figs, honey, and dried fruits. The taste is sweet and velvety, with a good body and balanced acidity, unveiling traces of almond and exotic fruits in the finish.

History

The origin of the Greco di Bianco DOC wine is linked to the ancient Greek settlers who introduced viticulture in Calabria. The grape variety used for this wine, Greco Bianco, has been grown for centuries in the area. The wine gained its DOC status in 1989, underlining its quality and the traditional vinification method of drying the grapes to concentrate the sugars and flavors.

Geographical Production Area

Greco di Bianco DOC is produced in a specific area of the Calabria region in Southern Italy. The vineyards are located in the hilly terrain near the Ionian Sea, where the climate is typically Mediterranean, characterized by mild winters and hot, dry summers. The soil is rich in minerals, which combined with the unique climate, contributes to the development of the characteristic flavors of this wine.