Marzemino vs Schiava
How to tell them apart in a blind tasting
The clearest separator between Marzemino and Schiava is body: Marzemino is Medium while Schiava is Light. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
Structure compared
| Structure compared | Marzemino | Schiava |
|---|---|---|
| Acidity | Medium | Medium(+) |
| Tannin | Low | Low |
| Body | Medium | Light |
| Alcohol | Medium | Medium |
| Color intensity | Medium | Pale |
| Aromatic intensity | Medium(+) | Medium(+) |
Signature aromas
Marzemino
violetcherryblack plum
Schiava
strawberryred cherryviolet
Common questions
- How do you tell Marzemino and Schiava apart in a blind tasting?
- The clearest separator between Marzemino and Schiava is body: Marzemino is Medium while Schiava is Light. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
- Is Marzemino or Schiava higher in body?
- On the WSET ladder, Marzemino is Medium and Schiava is Light for body.
- Are Marzemino and Schiava red or white?
- Marzemino and Schiava are both red grape varieties.