Colorino
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Colorino del Valdarno
Colorino is a red wine grape with signature aromas of blackberry, black cherry, violet. Structure: Medium(+) body, Medium acidity, High tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on very deep color and strong tannin when Colorino appears in blends.
- Look for blackberry-black cherry fruit and violet notes behind the structure.
Confidence signals
- Inky color with dark-fruit profile
- High tannin with firm medium-plus body
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Tuscany · Chianti · Montalcino
- Classic styles: Chianti/Valdarno teaching surface on Abrusco (#32) — prefer the Abrusco dossier · Colorino synonym phrasing of (#32)
Common questions
Is Colorino a red or white grape variety?
Colorino is a red wine grape variety.
What does Colorino smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Colorino include blackberry, black cherry and violet. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, Medium acidity, High tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Colorino?
Documented tells for Colorino: Anchor on very deep color and strong tannin when Colorino appears in blends. and Look for blackberry-black cherry fruit and violet notes behind the structure..
What is Colorino most often confused with in blind tasting?
Colorino is most commonly confused with Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Petit Verdot. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Colorino grown?
Classic regions for Colorino include Tuscany, Chianti and Montalcino.