The term Greek refers to a number of varieties widespread in southern regions, characterized by different toponyms and synonyms. Because of its typicality of having the double cluster, Carlucci hypothesizes a descent of the vine from the “twin Aminee” group, vines introduced to Campania by Greek colonists 2000 years ago, and cultivated by the Romans and described by Cato, Varro, Virgil, Columella and Pliny the Elder. Together with Fiano and Falanghina, they represent the most important and widespread white grape varieties in the Campanian tradition. The most important appellation in the province of Benevento is the Sannio DOC, which also includes the different subzones Taburno, Sant’Agata dei Goti, Guardiolo, and Solopaca.

Vigorous vine with crowded vegetation. It manifests low bud fertility and low production at medium to late maturity in the traditional growing area. It has good sugar level at harvest and high total acidity in different growing environments. It is more susceptible to Botrytis attacks during the harvest period. The amount of production is quite small and constant especially when grown as espalier.

The sensory profile of Greco wine is characterized by a vivid light straw color. The aroma is floral with sensation of white peach, apricot, exotic fruit, anise and bitter almond. The taste is dry, fresh, fairly smooth. Mineral and with good acidity, fair and balanced body, pleasant. It traditionally accompanies freshwater and saltwater fish dishes, risottos.