The red grape variety originates from Italy. Synonyms are Castiglione di Bova, Castiglione di Guarnacciato, Marchesana, Nerello di Egua, Nocera di Egua, Zagarese and Zagarolese.
According to DNA analyses carried out in 2021, it comes from a presumably natural cross between Sangiovese x unknown parent variety. It should not be confused with Greco Nero, Magliocco Canino, Magliocco Dolce or Nerello Cappuccio (Castiglione) due to partly identical synonyms or morphological similarities.
The late-ripening vine is resistant to weather conditions and is less susceptible to fungal diseases and pests. Its wines are mostly used in blends with the Gaglioppo, Nocera and Prunesta varieties.
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