The red grape variety is a new variety between Chatus x Dolcetto. Synonyms are Dalmasso 16-8, Incrocio Dalmasso XVI/8 and Valentino. The cross was made in 1936 in Conegliano (Veneto) by grower Giovanni Dalmasso (1886-1974). The same parents also produced the new varieties Passau and San Martino (1).

The late-maturing, high-yielding vine is moderately resistant to climatic influences and vine diseases. It produces cherry-red, low-alcohol wines without any particular aromas, which are mostly used to make rosé wines.
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