Lazio ~ Bellone
BELLONE is a very versatile vine, widespread in Lazio, especially in the provinces of Rome and Latina. Bellone, a vine of very ancient origins, was already widespread in the Castelli Romani area in Roman times and was mentioned by Pliny the Elder as a "pantastica grape".
It is mainly grown in the vineyards around the capital and plays an important role in the delicate white wines of the Roma DOC appellation.
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In fact, Bellone is so important to the region's viticulture that Roma Bellone DOC is one of only two varietal wine types covered by the DOC. it is ready to drink, with a straw yellow color, soft and fragrant with hints of fresh fruit attributable to grapefruit and peach; the slightly bitter finish is characteristic. Alcohol content: about 12.5% vol.
