Manzoni Bianco is a white wine grape variety used in Veneto, northeastern Italy. It is usually used in the production of still, dry whites, many of which are full-bodied yet fresh, with spiced, floral characters and a touch of minerality. The variety was created in the 1930s by Professor Luigi Manzoni of the enology school in Conegliano by crossing Pinot Bianco with Riesling. Its parents are both grown predominantly in cool climates and Manzoni Bianco prefers the same, and as such is well-suited to the cool growing conditions found in many Veneto vineyards.

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