Susucaru
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Etna Susucaru
Susucaru is a red wine grape with signature aromas of red cherry, cranberry, dried herbs. Structure: Medium body, High acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Schiava and Frappato.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for cranberry-red cherry with volcanic savory edge.
- Check high acidity and moderate tannin in lighter structure.
Confidence signals
- Volcanic red-fruit herb cue
- High-acid medium-light frame
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Sicily · Etna · Catania
- Classic styles: Light-to-medium Etna red with volcanic freshness · Bright-acid red with delicate tannin and savory profile
Common questions
Is Susucaru a red or white grape variety?
Susucaru is a red wine grape variety.
What does Susucaru smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Susucaru include red cherry, cranberry, dried herbs and black cherry. Structural profile: Medium body, High acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Susucaru?
Documented tells for Susucaru: Look for cranberry-red cherry with volcanic savory edge. and Check high acidity and moderate tannin in lighter structure..
What is Susucaru most often confused with in blind tasting?
Susucaru is most commonly confused with Schiava, Frappato and Nerello Mascalese. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Susucaru grown?
Classic regions for Susucaru include Sicily, Etna and Catania.