Pecorino
A white variety, originally from Italy
Summary
Commonly associated with the Marche and Abruzzo this varietal was being rapidly supplanted due to its low yielding nature, however, its ability to retain acid, produce high levels of sugar, along with an interesting aromatic profile lead to its revival. The best known examples come from the Offida DOCG
Regional Synonyms
- Uvina
Percentage of Plantings
Varietal Facts(2016 data)
Global Rank
192nd
Global Plantings (%)
New World Plantings