Nocera

The red grape variety probably originates from Sicily (Italy). Synonyms are Barbe du Sultan, Carricante Nero, Nerelli, Nicera, Nocera di Catania, Nocera Mantonico, Nocera Nera di Milazzo, Nucera and Nucera Niura. It must not be confused with the varieties Magliocco Canino or Magliocco Dolce, despite seemingly suggestive synonyms or morphological similarities. It is not a colour mutation of the white variety Carricante (Nocera Bianca). According to unverifiable hypothesis, it is supposed to be a descendant of the Mamertinum mentioned by Pliny the Elder (23-79). The parentage (parentage) is unknown. It was a crossing partner of the new varieties Christmas Rose and Red Globe.

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The medium ripening vine is susceptible to small berry, but resistant to powdery mildew. It is also used as table grape. The variety was widespread in the 19th century, but the population declined very sharply after the Second World War. It is cultivated on the island of Sicily in the provinces of Messina and Siracusa, where it is permitted in the DOC wines Faro, Mamertino di Milazzo and Sicilia. In Calabria, it is used in the DOC wines Bivongi and Sant'Anna di Isola Capo Rizzuto. In 2016, only 5 hectares of vines were still designated (Kym Anderson).

Source: Wine Grapes / J. Robinson, J. Harding, J. Vouillamoz / Penguin Books Ltd. 2012
Images: Images: M.I.P.A.F - National Vine Certification Service

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