Pecorino DOC vs Passerina DOC Central Italy's Rising White Stars: Two Native Grapes Compared Over the past two decades, Pecorino DOC and Passerina DOC have emerged as two of central Italy's most exciting indigenous white wines. Once nearly forgotten, both grapes have experienced an impressive revival and today represent the modern face of Abruzzo and the Marche. Although they originate from neighboring regions and often grow in similar vineyards, they produce remarkably diffe

Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC vs Verdicchio di Matelica DOC Two Expressions of Italy's Greatest Native White Grape Few Italian white grape varieties are as versatile and age-worthy as Verdicchio. Grown exclusively in the Marche region for centuries, it produces wines that range from crisp and refreshing to rich, complex, and capable of aging for decades. The two most prestigious appellations are Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC and Verdicchio di Matelica DOC. Althoug

Rosso Piceno By Master Chef Gianluca Deiana Abis 1. History Rosso Piceno DOC is the most widely produced red wine in the Marche region, located on the eastern Adriatic coast of central Italy. Created in 1968, this DOC allows for a blend of Montepulciano and Sangiovese grapes, often supplemented by other local varieties. The combination of these two major Italian red varietals results in a wine that is both approachable and versatile. The diverse soils and microclimates of the