Trebbiano is an Italian wine grape, one of the most widely planted grape varieties in the world. It gives good yields, but tends to yield undistinguished wine. It can be fresh and fruity, but does not keep long. Also known as ugni blanc, it has many other names reflecting a family of local subtypes, particularly in Italy and France. Its high acidity makes it important in Cognac and Armagnac productions.
Trebbiano in Viala & Vermorel
Trebbiano (Ugni blanc) growing in the Charentais region in France.
Trebbiano grapes growing in Marche, Italy.
Cognac is a variety of brandy named after the commune of Cognac, France. It is produced in the surrounding wine-growing region in the departments of Charente and Charente-Maritime.
Cognac
A Charentais-style alembic cognac pot still
VS (Very Special) cognac is aged for at least two years in cask
XO (Extra Old) cognac is aged at least ten years