Magliocco Canino
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Magliocco Canino is a red Italian wine
grape variety that is predominately grown in the Calabria region of southern Italy
. It is often used as a blending grape, often with Gaglioppo
of which the varieties are often confused. In the late 20th century century there was just over 1500 ha (3700 acres) of Magliocco Canino planted.
Italian wine
Italian wine is wine produced in Italy, a country which is home to some of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world. Italy is the world's largest wine producer, responsible for approximately one-fifth of world wine production in 2005. Italian wine is exported largely around the world and has...
grape variety that is predominately grown in the Calabria region of southern Italy
Italy
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. It is often used as a blending grape, often with Gaglioppo
Gaglioppo
Gaglioppo is a red wine grape that is grown in southern Italy, primarily around Calabria. The vine performs well in drought conditions but is susceptible to oidium and peronospera. The grape produces wine that is full-bodied, high in alcohol and tannins with a need for considerable time in the...
of which the varieties are often confused. In the late 20th century century there was just over 1500 ha (3700 acres) of Magliocco Canino planted.