Important White Grapes of Tuscany<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nTrebbiano<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Called Ugni Blanc in France where it is mainly used for Cognac and Armagnac, this grape is one of the most widely planted varieties in the world. It\u2019s a high yielding grape and generally puts out bland wines. Its naturally high acidity makes it a good candidate for Cognac production and also to add zip to white blends and freshness to red wines. As an example, by law up to 10% is permitted in red Carmignano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Malvasia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This grape produces beautifully aromatic and round full-textured wines. It is used to produce still white wines, dessert wines and fortified wines. It is also a very important part of Vin Santo wines, where its role is to add plushness and intrigue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vernaccia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Thought to have arrived to the area by the Greeks, this grape is prized in San Gimignano. Offering a light and crisp, fragrant wine with herbal qualities. It was the first wine to receive DOC status in 1966 and is now the only white wine to be D.O.C.G.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Vermentino<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Similar in style to Sauvingon Blanc, Vermentino<\/a><\/strong> is a fresh and crisp white wine gaining popularity in the region. Grown on the coast, it\u2019s known for citrus and saline undertones due to its maritime influence. It has high levels of phenols that give it a green almond note that sets it apart from other crisp, citric varietals. The grape can sometimes have an oily, or mouth-coating property which makes it an ideal food wine\u2014standing up to richer dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n