Sgavetta is a white grape variety, with its roots in Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
The wines show light body, no tannin, medium-high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
The tasting note runs to citrus, green apple, herbaceous notes, floral and earth.
It is planted most seriously in Emilia-Romagna.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, moderate vigour and a preference for cool temperatures.
It blends readily with Sauvignon Blanc.
On other labels it goes by Sganetta, Schiradzuoli Blanc and Lambrusco Sgavetta.
At the table it suits lamb fillet with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, salad with rocket and pecorino and marinated chicken drumsticks.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Sganetta, Schiradzuoli Blanc, Lambrusco Sgavetta.
Sgavetta: common questions
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Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Italy.