The red grape variety originates from Italy. Synonyms are Brepon, Brepon Molinaro, Breppon, Breppon Molinaro, Molinara Ciara, Molinara Rada, Molinara Rossa, Molinaro, Mulinara, Rossanella, Rossara, Uva del Mulino, Uva Salà and Uva Salata. The name (mill) is derived from the berries, which look as if they have been dusted with flour.

According to DNA analyses carried out in 2021, it originates from a presumably natural cross between Vulpea x unknown parent variety. It should not be confused with the similar-named variety Molinera.
The late-ripening vine is resistant to botrytis, but susceptible to coulure. It produces rather light-red, acidic red wines with a relatively low alcohol content, which are mainly used for blending.
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