The grape variety is native to the central Marche. From the vine of the same name, we get, essentially, two types of wine: " Classico " and " Castelli di Jesi ".

The difference between them is principally a matter of geographical location: "Castelli di Jesi" is produced in a more northerly area than "Classico", which originates predominantly from the area of the Esino, as far as a few outlying plots in the Macerata area.

The production is usually single-variety, but the use of the varieties Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia Toscana is permitted, up to but not more than 15%. Interesting note: in 1995, the original types, "Classico" , "Castelli di Jesi" and "Spumante", were joined by "Riserva", "Classico Riserva", "Classico Superiore" and "Passito" (made from wilted grapes). The wine has a characteristic straw colour, with greenish shades which turn golden with maturation.

The aroma is fruity, floral and leaves a slight hint of bitter almonds. To the taste, it is fresh, dry and soft; it is certainly a wine to be drunk with meals, with a moderate alcohol content, a wine which can be paired with a range of dishes unusual for a white: we could happily use it to accompany all Mediterranean cooking, making a particularly satisfactory match for boiled meat, white meats, truffles and fried vegetables.

Tradition, obviously, would have it go with all seafood dishes.