Ginestra
White wine grape variety
Also known as VIVC 4804, Biancazita, Biancatenera
Ginestra is a white wine grape with signature aromas of floral broom note, citrus tension, orchard fruit. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Fiano and Falanghina.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on citrus-floral profile with taut fresh acidity.
- Check frame as medium body with medium-plus acidity and low tannin.
Confidence signals
- Ginestra profile
- Amalfi floral-acid marker
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Campania · Amalfi Coast · Scala
- Classic styles: Amalfi Coast white variety documented in VIVC and national registry references, associated with high-acid coastal mountain sites · Dry medium-bodied white with floral-citrus profile and energetic acidity
Common questions
Is Ginestra a red or white grape variety?
Ginestra is a white wine grape variety.
What does Ginestra smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Ginestra include floral broom note, citrus tension and orchard fruit. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Ginestra?
Documented tells for Ginestra: Anchor on citrus-floral profile with taut fresh acidity. and Check frame as medium body with medium-plus acidity and low tannin..
What is Ginestra most often confused with in blind tasting?
Ginestra is most commonly confused with Fiano, Falanghina and Biancolella. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Ginestra grown?
Classic regions for Ginestra include Campania, Amalfi Coast and Scala.