The Amalfi Coast, with its Mediterranean climate and rocky, mountainous terrain, has not traditionally been a major wine-growing area like other Italian regions. these local grape varieties help create unique wines that reflect the region's unique character and terroir.
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Although not closely associated with the Amalfi Coast, Falanghina is a white grape widely grown in the Campania region, including the coastal area. It produces fresh, aromatic white wines with notes of fruit and flowers.
Biancolella, a white grape variety is native to Campania and is also grown along the Amalfi Coast. It produces light, fresh white wines with fruity and floral aromas.
Piedirosso is a red grape variety native to Campania, known for its ability to adapt to difficult soils. It produces light, fresh red wines with hints of red fruits and spices.
Sciascinoso (or Olivella): is a rare and ancient red grape variety and is grown in parts of Campania, including the Amalfi Coast. It produces aromatic and complex red wines with notes of ripe fruit and spice.
Aglianico is one of the most important red grape varieties in Campania and can also be found in some areas of Amalfi Coast. It produces robust, structured and ageable red wines with complex aromas of black fruit, spice and earthy notes.