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Uva Cornicella

Synonym (also Uva Corna) for the grape variety Cornichon Blanc; see there.

The white grape variety originates from the Mediterranean region, possibly Italy. The name (French for gherkin) is derived from the elongated shape of the berries. There are around 120 synonyms that indicate its great age. Some are Bóton de Gallo, Cara de Vaca, Cornicciola, Cornichidu, Cornichon Blanco, Cornichon Fehér, Cornichon...

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