Croatina
Croatina is a red grape variety that grows in the north of Italy, mainly in the Lombardy region. The grape is also called Bonarda. The characteristics of the Croatina grape are similar to those of the Dolcetto. This variety produces fruity wines with a deep colour and mild tannins and ageing potential. The grape is also used as a blend with the varieties Barbera and Gutturnio.
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Croatina is a red grape variety that grows in the north of Italy, mainly in the Lombardy region. The grape is also called Bonarda. The characteristics of the Croatina grape are similar to those of the Dolcetto. This variety produces fruity wines with a deep colour and mild tannins and ageing potential. The grape is also used as a blend with the varieties Barbera and Gutturnio.
What does wine from the Croatina grape taste like?
They are dark-colored firm wines. With dry fruity wines with notes of plums, strawberries and blueberries and aromas of mulberries and chocolate.
Light sparkling or frizzante wines are also served with the red Croatina grapes, which are often described as crisp.