π Pecorino
A white grape of central Italy, from Marche and Abruzzo.
Pecorino is a white wine grape from central Italy. It is grown in the Marche and Abruzzo regions on the eastern side of the country. The name comes from the word pecora, meaning sheep. According to one story, sheep liked to eat its berries when they went up to mountain pastures.
The variety nearly disappeared in the 20th century but was later revived. It gives a wine with good acidity and a full taste. Dry white wines are made from it, sometimes sparkling ones. In Marche it is used in areas such as Offida, Falerio and Terre Tollesi, and also in Abruzzo.
Pecorino here is a grape, not a cheese, although in Italian the word is also the name of a sheep's milk cheese. The two are unrelated: wine from this grape contains no dairy. It belongs to Italian wine and often attracts people looking for local varieties instead of famous international ones.
How it connects to Wine
π Pecorino β kind of β π Grape varieties β kind of β π· Wine
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- Part of
- π Grape varieties
- Origin
- πΊοΈ Italian wine
- Where it grows
- π Marche, π Abruzzo
- Main grape in
- π Abruzzo, π Falerio, π Offida, π Terre Tollesi
Frequently asked questions
What is Pecorino?
A white wine grape from central Italy, from the Marche and Abruzzo regions.
Why is the grape called Pecorino?
The name comes from the Italian word pecora, meaning sheep.
Is Pecorino wine related to the cheese?
No, it is only the same word. The wine is made from grapes, with no milk.
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