Nosiola
Trentino's Hidden White Grape
Elegant. Alpine. Unexpected.
Nosiola is Trentino's only indigenous white grape variety - a rare wine that has quietly flourished in the foothills of the Dolomites for centuries.
Known for its freshness, delicate aromas and remarkable versatility, Nosiola produces elegant dry wines while also giving life to one of Italy's most fascinating sweet wines: Vino Santo Trentino.
For those looking beyond Italy's famous grape varieties, Nosiola is a remarkable discovery.
Forget Everything You Think You Know About Italian White Wine
When people think of Italian white wine, they often think of Pinot Grigio.
Nosiola couldn't be more different.
This is a mountain grape.
Cool nights preserve its freshness, alpine breezes shape its elegance, and generations of winemakers have quietly protected a variety found almost nowhere else in the world.
Sometimes, Italy's greatest discoveries aren't the famous ones.
What is Nosiola?
Nosiola is an indigenous white grape variety native to Trentino in northern Italy.
Although relatively unknown outside the region, it has been cultivated for centuries and remains one of Trentino's most treasured native varieties.
The grape produces elegant, mineral-driven wines with vibrant acidity and subtle aromas, making it one of Italy's most distinctive alpine white wines.
What Makes Nosiola So Special?
Trentino's only native white grape
While many Italian regions cultivate numerous indigenous varieties, Nosiola remains uniquely tied to Trentino.
Freshness from the mountains
Cool alpine temperatures preserve natural acidity while sunny days allow the grapes to ripen slowly, creating wines with remarkable balance and elegance.
Two wines from one grape
Nosiola is equally admired as a crisp dry white wine and as the foundation of the extraordinary Vino Santo Trentino, where the grapes are dried for months before pressing.
A Grape with Ancient Roots
For centuries, Nosiola has been cultivated around Lake Garda and the Valle dei Laghi in Trentino.
Its name is believed to derive from the Italian word nocciola—hazelnut - a reference to the delicate nutty aromas that often develop as the wine matures.
Today, only a small number of dedicated producers continue to champion the variety, preserving an important part of Trentino's winemaking heritage.
DID YOU KNOW
One of Italy's rarest wines is made by only a handful of producers.
Made exclusively from Nosiola grapes in Trentino's Valle dei Laghi, Vino Santo Trentino follows a centuries-old tradition of naturally drying the grapes for months before pressing.
The wine's exceptional heritage has earned it Slow Food Presidium status, recognising both its cultural importance and the dedicated producers keeping the tradition alive.
Nosiola at a Glance
Style
Dry white
Body
Light to medium-bodied
Structure
Fresh acidity • Elegant minerality
Aromas
Green apple • White flowers • Citrus • Almond • Hazelnut • Chamomile
Ageing Potential
Excellent for both fresh drinking and graceful ageing
Perfect With
Lake fish • Risotto • Asparagus • Mountain cheeses • Seafood
Discover Nosiola Through Two Expressions
Dry Nosiola
The Everyday Expression
Fresh, mineral and wonderfully elegant, dry Nosiola reflects Trentino's cool climate and limestone soils.
Perfect as an aperitif or alongside seafood, vegetables and alpine cuisine.
Vino Santo Trentino
The Rare Treasure
Made from naturally dried Nosiola grapes, Vino Santo Trentino is produced only in tiny quantities.
Rich, complex and capable of ageing for decades, it represents one of Italy's most extraordinary dessert wines.
Some wines are famous.
Others deserve to be.
We chose Nosiola because it represents everything we love about Italian wine: authenticity, regional identity and the joy of discovering something unexpected.
It reminds us that some of Italy's greatest wines are still waiting to be found.
Why Porcalorca Chose Nosiola
Meet the Region & Winemakers
Trentino-Alto Adige
Where mountains, lakes and vineyards meet.
Nestled between the Dolomites and Lake Garda, Trentino-Alto Adige is one of Italy's most distinctive wine regions. Cool alpine nights, warm sunny days and mineral-rich soils create elegant wines with remarkable freshness, making it the natural home of Nosiola and the historic tradition of Vino Santo Trentino.
Pisoni
Guardians of Trentino's winemaking heritage.
For generations, the Pisoni family has cultivated vineyards in the Valle dei Laghi, combining deep respect for tradition with meticulous craftsmanship. Alongside elegant Nosiola wines, they continue the rare and time-honoured production of Vino Santo Trentino—a tradition recognised by the Slow Food Presidium and preserved by only a handful of dedicated producers.
Discover Nosiola at Porcalorca
Explore our collection of Nosiola wines and experience one of Italy's hidden treasures—from elegant dry whites to the extraordinary tradition of Vino Santo Trentino.
VIGNETI DELLE DOLOMITI IGT - NOSIOLA - TRENTINO
The name of this exclusive wine comes from the union of Stefano and Marco's second-born children, Anna and Davide. It is crafted from the finest Nosiola grapes, grown in the vineyards of San Siro hill, bathed in sunlight and refreshed by the daily breezes that sweep through the Valle dei Laghi.
Grape variety
100% Nosiola.
Vineyards of origin
The family’s San Siro vineyards, sun-drenched and refreshed by the daily breezes that gently sweep through the Valle dei Laghi nested in between the Brenta Dolomites and Lake Garda.
Soil: On chalk-rich calcareous soils, Nosiola has found one of its ideal growing environments.
Training system: Guyot-trained espalier and Pergola Trentina, which represents the local tradition, providing natural protection to the clusters through its canopy, making it particularly suitable for the mild and breezy climate of the Valle dei Laghi.
Season in the field: The excellent climatic conditions ensured optimal phenological ripening, preserving aromatic precursors in the best possible way. This balance is beautifully reflected in the harmony between acidity and alcohol. The grapes, hand-harvested in crates, were picked at the middle of September.
Average yield: 50 q/ha.
Vinification
After being harvested at optimal ripeness, the Nosiola grapes are pressed, and the must ferments directly in acacia tonneaux.
Aging: 12 months acacia tonneaux, followed by 4 months in the bottle.
Organoleptic aspects
Straw yellow. The nose reveals aromas of flowers and white-fleshed fruit, such as ripe apple and apricot. On the palate, it is dry and rich, with a soft vanilla note, complemented by delightful minerality and savoriness. The finish is pleasantly bitter, with hints of hazelnut and almond.
Pairings
Pairs beautifully with all fish dishes. In Trentino tradition, it is a classic match with trout, alpine char, and whitefish, whose rich, fatty flesh finds the perfect balance in Nosiola. It also complements Nordic fish-based cuisine wonderfully.
Alcohol content and serving temperature
Alcohol content: 12,5% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 8 - 10 °C.
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VIGNETI DELLE DOLOMITI IGT - NOSIOLA - TRENTINO
“La Nosiola” in Valle dei Laghi; “il Nosiola” in the rest of Trentino: this variety is undoubtedly the one Trentino winemakers are most fond of. The only indigenous white grape variety still cultivated, its austere nature, challenging to tame yet capable of revealing itself over time, symbolically reflects a facet of the character of the people from this rural land. In the mild and breezy climate of the Valle dei Laghi, Nosiola has found one of its ideal growing environments, becoming a symbol of the material culture and collective imagination of this region.
Grape variety
100% Nosiola.
Vineyards of origin
The family’s San Siro vineyards, sun-drenched and refreshed by the daily breezes that gently sweep through the Valle dei Laghi nested in between the Brenta Dolomites and Lake Garda.
Soil: On chalk-rich calcareous soils, Nosiola has found one of its ideal growing environments.
Training system: Guyot-trained espalier and Pergola Trentina, which represents the local tradition, providing natural protection to the clusters through its canopy, making it particularly suitable for the mild and breezy climate of the Valle dei Laghi.
Season in the field: The excellent climatic conditions ensured optimal phenological ripening, preserving aromatic precursors in the best possible way. This balance is beautifully reflected in the harmony between acidity and alcohol. The grapes, hand-harvested in crates, were picked at the middle of September.
Average yield: 50 q/ha.
Vinification
Fermentation takes place in small stainless-steel vats, lasting approximately 15 days.
Aging: 5 months in stainless-steel, followed by 4 months in the bottle.
Organoleptic aspects
Straw yellow with greenish highlights. The nose reveals aromas of apricot, elderflower, and white-fleshed fruit. On the palate, it stands out for its balance, with delightful minerality and savoriness. The finish is pleasantly bitter, with hints of hazelnut and almond.
Pairings
Pairs beautifully with all fish dishes. In Trentino tradition, it is a classic match with trout, alpine char, and whitefish, whose rich, fatty flesh finds the perfect balance in Nosiola. It also complements Nordic fish-based cuisine wonderfully.
Alcohol content and serving temperature
Alcohol content: 12% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 8 - 10 °C.
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VIGNETI DELLE DOLOMITI IGT - TRENTINO
After years of research, the Pisoni family developed an innovative winemaking method that eliminates the need for added sulfites while ensuring wines of the highest quality.
Codecce takes its name from the vineyard of the same name, nestled on the San Siro hill—a perfect setting for cultivating white grapes that achieve optimal ripeness and aromatic concentration.
This wine stands out for its full, ripe, and exotic aromas, paired with a soft yet fresh and crisp taste, embodying the Valle dei Laghi—a unique Alpine region with a Mediterranean climate.
Grape variety
70% Sauvignon blanc, 20% Goldtraminer, 10% Nosiola.
Vineyards of origin
The Codecce vineyard, located on the San Siro hill, is an ideal site for cultivating white grape varieties, which achieve perfect ripeness and remarkable aromatic concentration here.
Soil: Chalk-rich calcareous soils.
Training system: Guyot-trained espalier.
Season in the field: The excellent climatic conditions ensured optimal phenological ripening, preserving aromatic precursors in the best possible way. This balance is beautifully reflected in the harmony between acidity and alcohol. The grapes, hand-harvested in crates, were picked at the middle of September.
Average yield: 50 q/ha.
Vinification
Fermentation takes place in small stainless-steel vats, lasting approximately 15 days.
Aging:12 months in stainless-steel, followed by 6 months in the bottle.
Organoleptic aspects
Deep yellow with greenish highlights. The nose reveals aromas of ripe apple and exotic fruits, such as passion fruit and pineapple. On the palate, it stands out for its balance, with a soft texture, vibrant savoriness, and an elegant persistence.
Pairings
Mozzarella, burrata, stracciatella, and other traditional Italian dairy products pair beautifully with grilled vegetables or in the classic "caprese" salad. This wine also complements Nordic fish dishes exceptionally well.
Alcohol content and serving temperature
Alcohol content: 12% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 8 - 10 °C.
Notes:no sulphites added
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TRENTINO
Man, vine, soil, and climate—great wines are born from the intricate interplay of these elements. In the Valle dei Laghi, these factors form the foundation of an ancient tradition that continues to thrive, driven by the passion of its winemakers: the production of the prized Vino Santo Trentino.
This unique wine begins with the careful selection of the finest Nosiola grapes, an indigenous variety cultivated in a few select, old vineyards. The fully ripe grapes are laid out on racks, known as arele, and placed in attics. These spaces are naturally ventilated year-round by the "Ora del Garda," a characteristic breeze blowing from the nearby Lake Garda. The drying process lasts over five to six months, extending until Holy Week.
Once pressed, the naturally slow fermentation begins. Due to the extremely high sugar concentration, this process can take several years. After bottling, the wine's life begins anew, with its aging potential extending beyond fifty years.
Vino Santo Trentino is not just a wine—it is a testament to the history of this land and the enduring memory of its people.
Grape variety
100% Nosiola.
Vineyards of origin
The family’s San Siro vineyards
Soil: On chalk-rich calcareous soils, Nosiola has found one of its ideal growing environments.
Training system: Pergola Trentina, which represents the local tradition, providing natural protection to the clusters through its canopy, making it particularly suitable for the mild and breezy climate of the Valle dei Laghi.
Season in the field: The grapes, hand-harvested in crates, were picked at the end of October. Only a very small selection of the grape clusters is chosen—those with fewer berries and perfect quality, harvested at an advanced stage of ripeness.
Average yield: 50 q/ha.
Vinification
After being dried, the Nosiola grapes affected by noble rot are pressed, and the must ferments directly in small oak barrelsAging: 12 months acacia tonneaux, followed by 4 months in the bottle.
Organoleptic aspects
Amber yellow, deeply saturated with golden reflections. The nose offers an intense and persistent bouquet, evoking exotic fruits, dried apricot, medlar, and walnuts. On the palate, it is delicate, round, exceptionally harmonious, with an impressively rich structure.
Pairings
Traditionally paired with dry pastries, the Vino Santo Trentino is perfect paired with long matured alpine cheeses and blu-veined cheeses. Excellent with foie-gras. Alone, at the end of the meal, it is a perfect dessert.
Alcohol content and serving temperature
Alcohol content: 12,5% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 12 - 14 °C.
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FAQs
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Nosiola is Trentino's only indigenous white grape variety. Native to the foothills of the Dolomites, it produces elegant, mineral-driven white wines and is also the grape behind the rare dessert wine Vino Santo Trentino.
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Nosiola is grown almost exclusively in Trentino-Alto Adige, particularly around the Valle dei Laghi and the northern shores of Lake Garda, where the alpine climate and mineral-rich soils provide ideal growing conditions.
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Nosiola is fresh, elegant and beautifully balanced. Expect delicate aromas of green apple, citrus, white flowers and almonds, often accompanied by a subtle mineral character and vibrant acidity.
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Both.
Most Nosiola is produced as a crisp, dry white wine, but the grape is also used to create the rare Vino Santo Trentino, one of Italy's most celebrated sweet wines.
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Vino Santo Trentino is a rare dessert wine made exclusively from Nosiola grapes. After harvest, the grapes are naturally dried for several months before being gently pressed, concentrating their flavours and sugars to create a wine of remarkable richness, elegance and longevity.
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Only a handful of producers continue to make Vino Santo Trentino using the traditional method of naturally drying Nosiola grapes. The process is labour-intensive, takes years to complete and produces very limited quantities each vintage.
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A Slow Food Presidium recognises traditional foods and production methods that are considered culturally important and at risk of disappearing.
Vino Santo Trentino has been awarded Slow Food Presidium status, helping preserve both the centuries-old winemaking tradition and the small family producers who continue to make it.
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Dry Nosiola pairs beautifully with seafood, lake fish, asparagus, risotto, fresh cheeses and light Mediterranean dishes.
Vino Santo Trentino is a wonderful match for blue cheeses, almond-based desserts or simply enjoyed on its own as a meditation wine.
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Yes. While dry Nosiola is delicious when young and fresh, the wines can also develop greater complexity over time. Vino Santo Trentino is renowned for its extraordinary ageing potential and can evolve beautifully for decades.
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Because it represents everything we love about Italian wine: authenticity, regional identity and the joy of discovery.
Nosiola is not famous because of marketing - it has survived through the dedication of families who continue to protect one of Italy's rarest indigenous grape varieties and the extraordinary tradition of Vino Santo Trentino.