At a glance

Producer

Villa Manu

Region

Marche, Italy

Grape variety

Passerina

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

€7-12 / $8-14

Tasting profile

Fresh floral and white fruit aromas, crisp acidity, citrus zest, subtle minerality

Evolution: Will soften slightly, with fruit becoming more subdued and hints of almond with age

At peak: Bright and vibrant on release through 2024; will show best with freshness and aromatic lift

Structure

Acidity

Moderately high, lively

Tannins

Very low (typical for a white wine)

Alcohol

Medium (12-13%)

Aging potential

Modest; best consumed within 2-3 years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2023 to 2024

Optimal window

2023 to 2025

Current status

Ready to drink, drinking well now

Current condition

Fresh, youthful expression; still vibrant and aromatic

Passerina is an aromatic, early-drinking variety; this style is intended for fresh consumption. Peak is within 1-2 years post-vintage, after which fruit and acidity decline.

Food pairing

Ideal with shellfish, grilled fish, fresh cheeses, light salads, and vegetable antipasti

Serving

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 5/10

No formal sustainability disclosures; typical regional practices include some integrated pest management and moderate intervention. No claims of organic or biodynamic farming. Standard glass bottle and closure.

Villa Manu is a small estate bottler in Marche with limited transparency on sustainability efforts. There are no recognized third-party certifications (organic, biodynamic, or sustainable) for this wine in 2022. Vineyard decisions align with regional standards, but no standout initiatives in energy, water, or eco-packaging are claimed. Carbon footprint is average for Italian white wines; efficient if consumed near production, higher if exported overseas. Overall, this bottling is moderately sustainable but lacks verifiable advanced practices.