π Marzemino
A red grape from Trentino, mentioned in Mozart's opera Don Giovanni.
Marzemino is a red grape from Trentino in northern Italy. It is mentioned in Mozart's opera Don Giovanni: the hero calls out about an excellent Marzemino.
The grape grows in the Adige valley, in areas such as Isera and Ala. It is also grown near Lake Garda: it is part of Riviera del Garda Classico and is used in Botticino. Marzemino wine is usually red, light to medium in body, with aromas of violet, cherry and ripe plum and soft tannins. It drinks well young and suits sausages, pasta and cheese.
The link with the opera gives the grape its fame, though overall production volume is small. Marzemino is part of Italian wine and of the local grapes of the north. The wine is served slightly chilled, around 16-18 Β°C. For lovers of history, Marzemino is interesting as a grape made famous by a musical plot. Its taste reflects the place: the mountain air of Trentino, the swings between day and night temperatures and the stony soils of the valleys.
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- Where it grows
- π Trentino
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- π Botticino, π Riviera del Garda Classico, π Trentino
Frequently asked questions
What is Marzemino known for?
It is mentioned in Mozart's opera Don Giovanni.
What wine does this grape make?
Light red with aromas of violet, cherry and plum.
Where is it grown?
In Trentino, near Lake Garda and in the Botticino area.
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