What grape is Passone's Nascetta made from?

It is made from 100% Nascetta, a rare indigenous white grape rediscovered in the Novello area of the Langhe in the early 1990s.

How is this wine made?

Fermentation and aging take place entirely in stainless steel with extended lees contact, preserving freshness and giving a saline, mineral character.

What food pairs well with it?

It pairs beautifully with seafood risotto, grilled white fish, light pasta with lemon and herbs, and soft cheeses.

Is this a good wine for someone new to Nascetta?

Yes — it is fresh, citrus-driven, and approachable while still showing the variety's distinctive mineral, savory edge.

CuvéeNovelloWhite

Nascetta del Comune di Novello Langhe DOC

ナシェッタ・デル・コムーネ・ディ・ノヴェッロランゲDOC

Azienda Agricola Passone Massimiliano

Nascetta

About this wine

Passone's flagship white wine, made from 100% Nascetta grapes grown in the Corini area of Novello, the historic heartland of this rare indigenous variety. First produced in 2019, it is fermented and matured in stainless steel to preserve the grape's natural freshness. The nose offers white flowers, green apple, and a touch of sage, while the palate combines citrus notes with a savory, saline minerality for a balanced and harmonious wine.

Beginner's Note

A great introduction to Nascetta, Piedmont's rediscovered native white — fresh, citrusy, and easy to enjoy without being simple.

Sommelier's Note

"One of the truest expressions of Novello's Nascetta revival — this is the bottle that started the Passone family's winemaking story, and it shows in its unapologetic sense of place."

Food Pairings

Its bright acidity and savory minerality make it a natural match for seafood risotto, grilled white fish, and light pasta dressed with lemon and herbs; it also pairs well with soft cheeses and roasted poultry seasoned with Mediterranean herbs.

When to drink it

Everyday seafood dinners, aperitivo, and casual gatherings with friends

Specs

Grape Varieties: Nascetta
Style: White
Alcohol: 14%
Price Range: Approx. $18-25 (estimated from typical Novello Nascetta retail pricing; no confirmed Passone-specific price found)

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Nascetta from vines in Novello's Corini hamlet. Fermentation and maturation take place entirely in stainless steel tanks with extended lees contact, preserving varietal purity and delivering a saline, mineral-driven expression.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grape is Passone's Nascetta made from?: It is made from 100% Nascetta, a rare indigenous white grape rediscovered in the Novello area of the Langhe in the early 1990s.
How is this wine made?: Fermentation and aging take place entirely in stainless steel with extended lees contact, preserving freshness and giving a saline, mineral character.
What food pairs well with it?: It pairs beautifully with seafood risotto, grilled white fish, light pasta with lemon and herbs, and soft cheeses.
Is this a good wine for someone new to Nascetta?: Yes — it is fresh, citrus-driven, and approachable while still showing the variety's distinctive mineral, savory edge.

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