Pallagrello Bianco

Grape variety	Pallagrello Bianco
Synonyms	No known synonyms for Pallagrello Bianco.
Grape colour	White grape
History	Pallagrello Bianco, a green-skinned grape variety, is believed to have originated in the lush soils of Campania, Italy. This grape variety, once on the brink of extinction, is now cherished by wine connoisseurs across the globe. In the 18th Century, Pallagrello Bianco won the heart of King Ferdinand IV of the royal House of Bourbon, who dedicated a portion of his renowned Vigna del Ventaglio vineyard to this particular grape. The grape was praised for its potential to produce high-quality and enduring wines. Despite the threat of phylloxera and powdery mildew, Pallagrello Bianco managed to survive and was often confused with Coda di Volpe. Its true identity was unveiled in the 1990s by Peppe Mancini, a former lawyer turned vine grower, who has since championed the revival of this grape variety.
Ampelographic features	Pallagrello Bianco is distinguished by its compact bunch shape, typically featuring a single wing. The grapes are small in size but are known for their high-quality juice and total acidity. Pallagrello Bianco demonstrates good resistance to botrytis and yields approximately 70 to 80 quintals per hectare.
Characteristics of the wine	Wines derived from Pallagrello Bianco are complex and rich in flavor, offering a delightful array of apricot, peach, and broom aromas. When aged in wood, the wine evolves, introducing exotic fruit notes intertwined with undertones of acacia honey, candied fruits, vanilla, and toasted almonds.