Vine variety requirements for this appellation's area change according to type. Types Rosso and Rosato: Negro Amaro; with the possible addition of Malvasia nera di Brindisi and/or Malvasia nera di Lecce, up to 20%. Type Bianco: Chardonnay, with the possible addition of local white varieties up to 30% Types Aleatico Dolce and Aleatico Dolce Liquoroso: Aleatico, 85%; Negro Amaro and/or Malvasia and/or Primitivo, up to 15%. Type Pinot bianco: Pinot bianco, 85%; Chardonnay and/or Sauvignon, up to 15%.
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