The red grape variety originates from Spain. Synonyms are Sumoi, Sumoll Negro, Sumoll Tinto, Sunier, Veriariego Negra, Vigiriega, Vigiriega Negra, Vigiriego Negro, Vijariego Negro and Vijiriego Negro.
First mentioned under Sumoll in Catalonia in 1797. According to DNA analyses carried out in 2021, it originates from a presumably natural cross between Hebén x unknown sire variety. No genetic relationship to the white variety Sumoll Blanco is known. Direct descendants are the new varieties Cienna, Rubienne and Tyrian.
The late-maturing, high-yielding vine produces fresh, acidic red wines with fruity flavours, which are mainly used for blending.
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