📜 Elba
The appellation of the Tuscan island of Elba, also known for sweet Aleatico.
Elba is a protected designation of origin (PDO). Country: Italy. Part of: Tuscany.
Main grape varieties: Biancone di Portoferraio, Sangiovese, Aleatico, Ansonica. Wines made here: Red wine, White wine, Still wine, Sweet wine.
The name is listed in eAmbrosia, the official EU register of geographical indications, and is protected throughout the EU.
Links
- Related to
- 📍 Tuscany
- Grapes
- 🍇 Biancone di Portoferraio
- Main grapes
- 🍇 Sangiovese, 🍇 Aleatico, 🍇 Ansonica
- Wines
- 🍷 Red wine, 🍷 White wine, 🍷 Still wine, 🍷 Sweet wine
Frequently asked questions
Where is Elba?
Elba is a wine area in this country: Italy.
Which grapes are used for Elba wine?
Elba wine is made mainly from these grapes: Biancone di Portoferraio, Sangiovese, Aleatico, Ansonica.
What does the Elba status mean?
Elba is a protected designation of origin: the wine is made only in this area, under its rules and from permitted grapes.
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⚠️ Wine contains alcohol: adults only, drink in moderation. Wine usually contains sulphites; egg white or milk proteins are sometimes used for fining — important for allergies and for vegans.