The white grape variety (also known as Crapettone) originates from Italy. The name is derived from the shouldered grape shape, which is reminiscent of the pointed, drooping beard of a goat and means "goat's beard".
The ancestry (parentage) is unknown. It was long regarded as a clone or variety of the Coda di Volpe Bianca variety, but this was refuted by DNA analyses carried out in 2005. These analyses revealed a close genetic relationship with the two varieties Ginestra and Piedirosso.
The late-ripening vine is resistant to powdery mildew (medium), downy mildew (medium), botrytis (high) and drought (high). It produces structured, fresh, fruity white wines with moderate acidity and flavours of citrus fruit, apple and white flowers as well as a salty note.
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