Glera
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Prosecco grape
Glera is a red wine grape with signature aromas of acacia, pear, white flowers. Structure: Light body, High acidity, Low tannin, Low alcohol. Often confused with Macabeo and Pinot Gris.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for light structure with orchard-fruit primary aromas.
- Assess alcohol as low and texture as delicate, especially in sparkling context.
Confidence signals
- Pear and apple with floral lift
- Light body and low alcohol
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Conegliano Valdobbiadene · Asolo · Veneto
- Classic styles: Primary-fruit tank-method sparkling base grape · Fresh low-alcohol aromatic base wine
Common questions
Is Glera a red or white grape variety?
Glera is a red wine grape variety.
What does Glera smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Glera include acacia, pear and white flowers. Structural profile: Light body, High acidity, Low tannin, Low alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Glera?
Documented tells for Glera: Look for light structure with orchard-fruit primary aromas. and Assess alcohol as low and texture as delicate, especially in sparkling context..
What is Glera most often confused with in blind tasting?
Glera is most commonly confused with Macabeo, Pinot Gris and Albarino. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Glera grown?
Classic regions for Glera include Conegliano Valdobbiadene, Asolo and Veneto.