The red grape variety originates from Italy; it is one of the numerous Lambrusco varieties. Synonyms are Aglianico Dolce Précoce, Anrè, Anrè Grossolano, Badino, Caruét, Cascarello, Corva, Croetto, Crova, Covra Astigiana, Crova Nera, Crovet, Crovin, Farinellona, Grosso Covarevo, Lambrusa, Lambrusa di Alba, Lambrusa Saluzzese, Lambrusca, Lambrusca Viola, Lambrusco di Alessandria, Moretto, Neretto di Alessandria and Stupèt. It should not be confused with the French...
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