Underdog Grape · Italy

Passerina

Pronounced pah-seh-REE-nah

If you drink Pinot Grigio for the crisp and the citrus, Passerina gives you more of both for less money. It is central Italy's bright, saline coastal white, hiding in plain sight.

Tasting profile
Lemon pith, green apple, and a salty snap on the finish, with just enough apricot to keep it friendly.
Where to buy
For specific bottles and where to buy them, read the deep dive.

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The region

Marche, Italy

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Passerina: common questions

How do you pronounce Passerina?
Passerina is pronounced pah-seh-REE-nah.
Where does Passerina come from?
Passerina grows in Marche, Italy.
What does Passerina taste like?
Expect citrus, green apple, apricot, white flowers, saline finish. Closest familiar reference: Crisp, saline Pinot Grigio with more citrus zip.
Read the deep divePasserina: The Coastal White That Out-Freshens Pinot Grigio

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