Passerina
White wine grape variety
Also known as Pagadebit (Marche/Abruzzo) (shared nickname)
Passerina is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon, green apple, white flowers. Structure: Medium body, High acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Albarino and Verdejo.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for lemon-apple freshness with floral lift and dry clean finish.
- Check acidity as lively and profile as linear without heavy tropical breadth.
Confidence signals
- Citrus-apple and floral signature
- High acidity with crisp medium-light body
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Marche · Abruzzo · Lazio
- Classic styles: Fresh high-acid central Italian white · Still and sparkling white with floral-citrus profile
Common questions
Is Passerina a red or white grape variety?
Passerina is a white wine grape variety.
What does Passerina smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Passerina include lemon, green apple and white flowers. Structural profile: Medium body, High acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Passerina?
Documented tells for Passerina: Look for lemon-apple freshness with floral lift and dry clean finish. and Check acidity as lively and profile as linear without heavy tropical breadth..
What is Passerina most often confused with in blind tasting?
Passerina is most commonly confused with Albarino, Verdejo and Pecorino. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Passerina grown?
Classic regions for Passerina include Marche, Abruzzo and Lazio.