How do you pronounce Piedirosso?

Piedirosso is pronounced pyeh-dee-ROH-soh.

Where does Piedirosso come from?

Piedirosso grows in Campania, Italy.

What does Piedirosso taste like?

Expect red cherry, pomegranate, dried herbs, iron/volcanic mineral. Closest familiar reference: Light, savory, mineral Pinot Noir with a volcanic edge.

What wine is Piedirosso similar to?

If you usually drink Pinot Noir, Piedirosso is the underdog swap to try. Other lesser-known grapes in the same style: Frappato, Cabernet Pfeffer, Kadarka.

Piedirosso — Underdog Grape Guide

Tasting profile: Tart red cherry and pomegranate over a savory, almost bloody mineral streak, with tannins light enough to chill.
Where it grows: Campania, Italy
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The region

Campania, Italy

If you like

Pinot Noir

Wines like Piedirosso

Frappato Cabernet Pfeffer Kadarka Listán Negro

Piedirosso: common questions

What wine is Piedirosso similar to?: If you usually drink Pinot Noir, Piedirosso is the underdog swap to try. Other lesser-known grapes in the same style: Frappato, Cabernet Pfeffer, Kadarka.

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