This is what good wine from the Passerina grape tastes like

White wines made from the Italian Passerina grape are generally light and fruity, with notes of apple and pear, sometimes a mild spiciness, and a pleasant bitterness in the finish. Not immediately complex or impressive, but fine wines for aperitifs or to enjoy with light dishes.

The Passerina grape originates from the Adriatic coast. It can still be found throughout central Italy, particularly in Abruzzo and Marche. In Marche, Passerina grows primarily in the vineyards surrounding the town of Offida, where several fresh wines are made entirely from Passerina. Elsewhere, it is often blended with Trebbiano and/or Pecorino.