Originally as all the Malvasie in the Eastern Mediterranean basin, the grape variety has been cultivated since ancient times in Friuli Venezia Giulia and even earlier in Istria, where it took its name. Used exclusively for wine making, in purity but also in blends with other local varieties, providing a delicate fragrance and aroma.
LEAF
Large, pentagonal, whole, open V-shaped peziolar sinus, small V-U upper lateral sinuses, slightly pointed lower lateral sinuses. Regular and sharp teeth.
CLUSTER
Medium, long, cylindrical, winged, semi loose.
GRAPE
Medium, spheroidal, pruinose and consistent skin, yellowish green colour.
AVERAGE CLUSTER WEIGHT
290 grams
PHENOLOGICAL EPOCHS
Sprouting: late Colour change: medium
Flowering: medium Maturation: medium
COMMENT ON THE CLONE
Italian clone of remarkable vigor, medium and constant production. Good fertility. Suitable for compact soils and good exposure. Recommended training systems: expanded with long prunings. Biotype subject to millerandage in rainy years or in soils too fertile, suitable for ventilated and dry climates. Good resistance to winter cold and spring frost.
