The red grape variety originates from Italy. Synonyms are Doun d'Henry, Doux d'Enry, Doux d'Henri, Doux d'Henry Nera, Doux d'Henry Nero and Gros d'Henry. It should not be confused with the Ciliegiolo variety, despite morphoplogical similarities. It is said to have been named in honour of the French King Heinrich...
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