Malvasia Odorosissima
White wine grape variety
Also known as VIVC 25035, Malvasia Maiatico, Malvasia Aromatica di Parma line
Malvasia Odorosissima is a white wine grape with signature aromas of orchard fruit, citrus, mineral note. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Moscato Bianco di Minusio and Malvasi…
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on very fragrant blossom-grape profile over neutral styles.
- Open with body+acid frame: Malvasia Odorosissima runs medium body and medium acid.
Confidence signals
- Malvasia Odorosissima profile
- Highly-fragrant Malvasia marker
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Emilia-Romagna references · Parma lineage records · northern Italy collections
- Classic styles: VIVC-listed highly aromatic Malvasia line with historical overlap to Aromatica di Parma naming · Aromatic medium-bodied white suited to still, sparkling, and sweet expressions
Common questions
Is Malvasia Odorosissima a red or white grape variety?
Malvasia Odorosissima is a white wine grape variety.
What does Malvasia Odorosissima smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Malvasia Odorosissima include orchard fruit, citrus and mineral note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Malvasia Odorosissima?
Documented tells for Malvasia Odorosissima: Anchor on very fragrant blossom-grape profile over neutral styles. and Open with body+acid frame: Malvasia Odorosissima runs medium body and medium acid..
What is Malvasia Odorosissima most often confused with in blind tasting?
Malvasia Odorosissima is most commonly confused with Moscato Bianco di Minusio, Malvasia Candida and Moscato Bianco Precoce. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Malvasia Odorosissima grown?
Classic regions for Malvasia Odorosissima include Emilia-Romagna references, Parma lineage records and northern Italy collections.