Literally translated as "slave," Schiava is just one of many names used for this very common but not very distinct varietal. Schiava can be found throughout the northern reaches of Italy, especially in the Alto Adige region of northern Italy. A very productive but not very distinct varietal that is used in the light red blends of the Alto Adige. Of the two clones Schiava Gentile is better than Schiava Grosso.
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