The red grape variety originates from Italy. Synonyms are Rossara Gentile, Ross Ciàr, Rossera and Varenzasca. The name refers to the possible place of origin, Trentino, as well as to the reddish berries.

According to DNA analyses carried out in 2021, it originates from a presumably natural cross between an unknown parent variety x Gouais Blanc. The Schiava...
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Roman Horvath MW
Domäne Wachau (Wachau)