Calabrese Montenuovo is an ancient variety of red wine grape from Italy. It was discovered in a vineyard in Calabria and became famous when it was found to be one of the parents of Sangiovese.

History Little is known about Calabrese Montenuovo, but the link to Sangiovese has prompted considerable research. It is believed to have originated in Calabria, hence the name.

Wine regions Calabrese Montenuovo was found in a vineyard in Calabria, but similar grapes have since been found at several sites further north, in Campania.

Viticulture The grapes are red.

Synonyms Calabrese di Montenuovo. It should not be confused with other grapes that bear the Calabrese name, such as Nero d'Avola.

See also Sangiovese Ciliegiolo

References

Further reading Vouillamoz et al., The parentage of 'Sangiovese', the most important Italian wine grape, Vitis Germany 2007, 46 (1) 19-22,