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Known for producing balanced, high-quality Mantonico with crisp acidity.

It has also been recommended for mushroom soup, herb-infused dishes, or Asian cuisine. Top Producers to Seek Out Mantonico

Mantonico (specifically ) is an ancient, rare white grape variety native to Calabria , Italy. It is highly versatile, producing everything from crisp, mineral-driven dry whites to rich, honeyed passito dessert wines. Taste Profile & Characteristics It is highly versatile, producing everything from crisp,

Produces the highly-regarded Autoritratto , though it is a limited production. Tenuta Dioscuri: Offers a traditional PGI Locride passito . Mantonico IGT Bianco - Statti - vinello.eu Mantonico IGT Bianco - Statti - vinello

The largest producer in the region and a key protector of the grape; look for their Efeso (dry) or Le Passule ( passito ).

Crafted from semi-dried grapes, these "meditation wines" are amber-colored with intense notes of dried apricot , honey , candied citrus , and spices .

Some specialized analysis shows the grape is rich in molecules that can produce unexpected tropical fruit, stewed apple, or even subtle rose-like aromas. Recommended Food Pairings