Fiano
White wine grape variety
Also known as Fiano di Avellino grape
Fiano is a white wine grape with signature aromas of hazelnut, pear, honey. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Chenin Blanc and Greco.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for nutty and honeyed notes in a dry medium-bodied frame.
- Check acidity as medium-plus but less sharp than Assyrtiko (#726).
Confidence signals
- Hazelnut and pear combination
- Textural palate with dry finish
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Fiano di Avellino · Campania · Puglia
- Classic styles: Textural southern Italian white · Dry medium-bodied nutty aromatic white
Common questions
Is Fiano a red or white grape variety?
Fiano is a white wine grape variety.
What does Fiano smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Fiano include hazelnut, pear and honey. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Fiano?
Documented tells for Fiano: Look for nutty and honeyed notes in a dry medium-bodied frame. and Check acidity as medium-plus but less sharp than Assyrtiko (#726)..
What is Fiano most often confused with in blind tasting?
Fiano is most commonly confused with Chenin Blanc, Greco and Vermentino. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Fiano grown?
Classic regions for Fiano include Fiano di Avellino, Campania and Puglia.