Marzemina bianca

Marzemina bianca is a white Italian wine grape variety that is grown in the Veneto region of northeast Italy. The grape is one of the permitted varieties in the Denominazione di origine controllata (DOC) wines of Bagnoli di Sopra.

History

The origins of Marzemina bianca are not clear, but it is believed to have been cultivated in the Veneto region for several centuries. The grape was first mentioned in the 18th century by Italian agronomist Vincenzo Tanara who noted the grape's high productivity in the Veneto region.

Viticulture

Marzemina bianca is a late-ripening grape variety that tends to produce high yields. The grape has a natural resistance to many viticultural hazards such as powdery mildew and botrytis cinerea. However, it is susceptible to downy mildew.

Wine regions

Today, Marzemina bianca is almost exclusively found in the Veneto region, particularly in the provinces of Padua, Treviso, and Venice. It is a permitted variety in the Bagnoli di Sopra DOC where it can make up to 10% of the blend along with Friularo and other local grape varieties.

Wines

Marzemina bianca is used mainly as a blending grape, adding acidity and floral aromatics to the wines. It is rarely made into a varietal wine. The grape's high productivity can lead to less concentrated flavors if yields are not controlled.

Synonyms

Over the years, Marzemina bianca has been known under various synonyms including: Marzemina, Marzemino bianco, and Marzemin.