Tom Casagrande

9.2

A bit atypical but really nice. Darker color than most Rossese. Deep pure dark berries on the nose. An earthiness that reminds me of wet beach sand. Deep and at the same time quite refreshing. Like this a lot. — 5 days ago

with Angelo

Oliver Monti-Masel

9.2

Amazing strong and flinty — 3 months ago

Brooke Gannon

9.2

Ocean in a glass, a real patio pounder! — 4 months ago

with Joseph

Chris MacLean

8.9

Not as good as last vintage. A bit rounded. — 4 months ago

with Sarah

Tom Casagrande

8.9

Classic light, refreshing, zingy Rossese. Crunchy berries and a little grapefruit flesh in the slightly bitter finish. — 5 days ago

with Angelo

Galen Hasler

8.9

Tart, vibrant, bright fruits — 3 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.2

Bisson “ü Pastine” Bianchetta Genovese 2023
Portofino DOC, Liguria, Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
A rare white wine made from 100% Bianchetta Genovese, an indigenous Ligurian grape, cultivated in steep coastal vineyards above Portofino. The “U Pastine” bottling highlights winemaker Pierluigi Lugano’s commitment to reviving traditional Ligurian varieties. Fresh, saline, and deeply tied to its maritime terroir.

Aromas & Flavors
Fragrant notes of citrus zest, green apple, white peach, and Mediterranean herbs. Subtle accents of sea spray and crushed rocks give the wine its unmistakable Ligurian identity.

Mouthfeel
Light-bodied, crisp, and energetic with zippy acidity. The finish is marked by a refreshing saline minerality and a delicate citrus lift.

Winemaking Notes
Hand-harvested grapes from terraced vineyards overlooking the sea. Vinified in stainless steel to preserve freshness and purity of fruit. Bisson is also known for the famous Abissi Metodo Classico — a sparkling wine aged in the sea off Portofino — though U Pastine is a still white wine, equally unique in its coastal character.

Food Pairing
Perfect with Ligurian seafood classics — anchovies, branzino, or seafood pasta with pesto. Also excellent with raw oysters, fresh mozzarella, and light salads.

Verdict
A vibrant, terroir-driven Ligurian gem that captures the essence of sea, sun, and stone. Refreshing, honest, and endlessly food-friendly — a must-try for lovers of coastal Italian wines. — 4 months ago

Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.1

Crisp and delicious — 12 days ago

Pooneet K

8.9

Haven’t had rossese in a bit so decided to give this a try. Not bad at all, but also not that distinctive. Not giving nearly as much as I recall from previous bottlings from the same producer. Bit one note. — 3 months ago

Chris Buggy

9.1

Tangerine and grapefruit, great crisp, finish, with some heft…a treat with fresh Spanish mackerel — 4 months ago

with Jennifer