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Mammolo is a very subtle and aromatic red grape variety originating from the Tuscany region in Italy. It produces elegant, medium or light-bodied red wines characterized by an exceptional aroma of violets, ripe cherries, and mild spices. It is a perfect choice for those who value depth of aromas and soft texture in a red wine over powerful tannins.
Read moreFor a long time, this variety was known only as a component of Tuscan blends, but today you can also find excellent single-varietal drinks.
For centuries, Mammolo was used in classic Chianti blends (along with Sangiovese and Canaiolo), where it acted as a component providing perfume and elegance. Today, if you discover a rare 100% Mammolo wine, you will be surprised by its gentleness: it features crisp acidity, soft tannins, and highly pronounced florality. Such wines are usually aged in steel or very old, large vats so that oak vanilla does not overpower the fragile floral aroma.
Due to its lighter body and soft tannins, Mammolo is a fantastic, versatile food partner. It pairs perfectly with lighter meat dishes: duck breast, veal scallops, as well as mushroom risotto, tomato-based pasta dishes, and aged Pecorino cheeses. It is a red wine that even matches well with richer fish preparations.
In Italian, the word "mammola" means violet. This poetic name was not given to the grape by chance—the bright, perfume-like, and pervasive aroma of spring violets is the main distinguishing feature of this variety, both in the berries themselves and in the resulting wine.
Yes, this variety found a second home on the French island of Corsica. There, it is known by the name Sciaccarello. The Corsican version of Mammolo is often slightly spicier, featuring more wild herb (maquis) and spice aromas, but it retains the same elegant, light body.
