Nosiola

Nosiola is the only remaining native Trentino grape. The variety makes both dry and sweet white wines, and it is the main grape used in the rare Trentino Vino Santo, a wine made from dried grapes (passito) affected by noble rot. Dry white wines made from Nosiola are light-bodied and approachable.

They usually have a refreshing and mineral character with lemon and apple aromas. Nosiola will usually display a distinctive nutty note, and it is believed that this feature gave the grape its name—Italian nocciola translates as hazelnut. Nosiola is now cultivated only in Trentino, but it was once common in Alto Adige.

Dry Nesiola wines make an excellent aperitif and pair with freshwater fish, seafood, vegetables, or fresh cheese. Vino Santo labels are best paired with desserts.