Passerina
Passerina is a white grape variety from central Italy, rediscovered in recent decades. It is especially common in the borderland between Marche and Abruzzo, in particular in the Offida area. Its curious name seems to derive from the fact that sparrows love to peck at its tasty berries. The wine is very interesting for its fresh, citrusy and pleasantly fruity profile. It is a simple white, which thanks to its good natural acidity, is also made sparkling with the Martinotti method.
Terre di Chieti IGT Passerina 2024 Tenuta Ulisse
The Terre di Chieti Passerina of Tenuta Ulisse was born in the heart of the Abruzzo wine scene.
It is entirely produced from Passerina grapes selected and harvested by expert hands at the beginning of September. Fermentation takes place in thermo-regulated and inertized stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 11 ° C. The wine ages first in stainless steel tanks and then for a further 3 months in the bottle.
This Passerina is characterized by a pale straw yellow color with slight green...
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