Ciliegiolo
| Ciliegiolo | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
Cluster of Ciliegiolo | |
| Color of berry skin | Noir |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Origin | Italy |
| Notable regions | Tuscany, Umbria |
| VIVC number | 2660 |
Ciliegiolo is a variety of red wine grape from Italy, named after the Italian for 'cherry'. It is a minor component of traditional blends such as Chianti, but interest has revived in recent years. In Umbria it is made into a light quaffing wine, while in Tuscany it is made into a bigger, more structured style.