Wines
Greco di Tufo
Wine style and varietal guide
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- White
- White • Dry
- 12–13.5% ABV
- Medium body
- Dry sweetness
- medium-high acidity
Is this for me?
Choose this if…
- ✓You prefer dry, crisp wines without residual sweetness.
- ✓You prefer smooth, approachable wines with soft tannins.
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- ✗You prefer sweeter or off-dry wines.
- ✗You want a structured, grippy red wine.
At a Glance
115–140 calCal / Glass
12–13.5%ABV
DrySweetness
medium-highAcidity
LowTannin
MediumBody
0.5–2.5gSugar
10°CServe
Nutrition values are style-level estimates. Actual values vary by producer and serving size. How we calculate this →
On this page
What is Greco di Tufo?
Greco di Tufo is a dry southern Italian white wine from Campania, often medium-bodied with citrus, stone fruit, and mineral notes.
Taste profile
Dry sweetnessmedium-high acidityLow tanninsMedium bodyMineralCitrusStone Fruit
Sensory profile
BodyLight – Full
DrynessSweet – Bone dry
TanninSoft – Grippy
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
Beginner-friendlyAcquired taste – Easy intro
- Style: White
- ABV range: 12–13.5%
- Medium body
- Dry sweetness
- Body
- Medium
- Sweetness
- Dry
- Acidity
- medium-high
- Tannin
- Low
- Mineral · high intensity — Greco di Tufo is strongly associated with mineral character.
- Citrus · medium intensity — Greco di Tufo commonly shows citrus.
- Stone Fruit · medium intensity — Greco di Tufo can show stone-fruit notes.
Based on structured style profile and canonical flavor relationships.
Grape & region
- Grape varieties
- Greco
- Region(s)
- Campania
- Country
- Italy
- Sweetness
- Low
Principal wine regions
A principal grape in Campania — explore the regions known for it.
How it’s made
- Method
- Dry still white wine fermentation.
How to serve
- Serving temperature
- 10°C
- Glassware
- White wine glass
When to serve
DinnerSavoury foodWhite
Also known as
Greco (ambiguous_short_name)
Alternatives to try
Reviewed style alternatives
- AssyrtikoBoth white styles; similar sweetness (dry); medium body.
- Pinot GrigioBoth white styles; similar sweetness (dry); medium body.
- VerdicchioBoth white styles; similar sweetness (dry); medium body.
- FianoBoth white styles; similar sweetness (dry); medium body.
- SemillonBoth white styles; similar sweetness (dry); medium body.
Style alternatives preserve drink-family context but can change sweetness, acidity, bitterness, body, aroma or alcohol range.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Greco di Tufo?
- Greco di Tufo is a dry southern Italian white wine from Campania, often medium-bodied with citrus, stone fruit, and mineral notes.
- What does Greco di Tufo taste like?
- Greco di Tufo is often described as Mineral, Citrus, Stone Fruit. Flavour intensity varies by region, producer and vintage.
- What foods pair with Greco di Tufo?
- Greco di Tufo pairs well with Small Plates, Vegetarian Food, Seafood, Shellfish. Food pairing suggestions are based on complementary flavour profiles.
- How strong is Greco di Tufo?
- Greco di Tufo typically has an ABV of 12–13.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 115–140 cal. Strength and calorie content vary by producer and vintage.
- When should I drink Greco di Tufo?
- Greco di Tufo works well as an aperitif, with a meal, or as a standalone sipping wine. The ideal occasion depends on the body and sweetness level — lighter styles suit casual dining while fuller-bodied wines complement heartier dishes.
- What wines are similar to Greco di Tufo?
- If you enjoy Greco di Tufo, explore other wine styles with a similar body and flavour profile using the sensory bars as a guide. Wines with matching acidity and tannin scores will feel closest in character.
- Does Greco di Tufo improve with age?
- Cellaring potential for Greco di Tufo depends on the producer, vintage and storage conditions. Most everyday expressions are best enjoyed within 3–5 years of release. Premium examples may benefit from longer ageing — check producer notes for guidance.
- What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
- Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Tannin/Bitterness (soft to grippy), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent), Boldness (delicate to bold) and Beginner-Friendly (acquired taste to easy intro). Each scale helps you compare wine styles at a glance.
- How do I use the sensory profile to find wines I like?
- If you enjoy light, crisp wines look for Light Body with Crisp Acidity. For bold, rich wines choose Full Body with Grippy Tannin. Compare Greco di Tufo with similar wine styles to find your next favourite.
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