Gaglioppo
Calabria's Ancient Heart
Gaglioppo is grown in Cirò, Calabria and Southern Italy.
3regions it is known for
1other name
- Tastes of
- sour cherry, herbs, orange peel and spice
- Goes with
- nduja, calabrian chili dishes and grilled swordfish
- Also called
- Gaglioppo di Cirò
The story
Gaglioppo is Calabria's signature grape—the variety behind Cirò, one of Italy's oldest DOCs.
Insider story
Cirò claims to be the world's oldest DOC—wine was awarded to Olympic victors.
Calabrian Gaglioppo was nearly forgotten. Modern producers are proving its potential.
Technical deep dive
Medium-bodied reds with moderate tannins and cherry-spice character.
Flavor profile: sour cherry, dried herbs, orange peel, Mediterranean spices.
Industry secrets
Quality Cirò is emerging. Librandi leads the revolution.
The grape needs low yields for complexity.
For collectors
Investment grade C
- Auction records
- No auction market
- Blue-chip producers
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- Librandi
- 'A Vita
- Value picks
- Quality Cirò ($15-30)
- Price trend
- Rising slowly.
- Collector’s tip
- Buy for value.