Passerina

Multiple biotypes; may be a group of distinct varieties under the same name. High acidity. Aromas & flavors: Ripe citrus, tropical fruit. Best DOPs: Controguerra DOC, Offida DOCG.

In a nutshell

Color: White

Alternative Names and Subvarieties: None

Origin: Autochthonous

Best Known For: Secondary white grape in central Italy

Where Grown: Primarily in Marche (73%), along with Lazio (17%) and Abruzzo (10%)

Region:

Abruzzo,

Lazio,

Marche,

Vineyard Area: 894 ha (2,209 acres)

Denominations that use this grape variety

Majority Component in One or More Wines of:

Principal White Grape Varieties:

Abruzzo DOC, Controguerra DOC, Costa d’Amalfi DOC, IGP Terre Abruzzesi / Terre d’Abruzzo, Offida DOCG, Terre di Offida DOC, Terre Tollesi / Tullum DOCG

Passerina

In a nutshell

Color: White

Alternative Names and Subvarieties: None

Origin: Autochthonous

Best Known For: Secondary white grape in central Italy

Where Grown: Primarily in Marche (73%), along with Lazio (17%) and Abruzzo (10%)

Region:

Vineyard Area: 894 ha (2,209 acres)

Denominations that use this grape variety

Majority Component in One or More Wines of:

Principal White Grape Varieties:

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