The white grape variety originates from Italy. Synonyms include Malvasia col Puntino, Malvasia Gentile, Malvasia Nostrale and Malvasia Puntinata.

It is one of the many varieties with the Malvasia part of the name (see there). The parentage is unknown. It should not be confused with the varieties Malvasia Bianca di Candia, Malvasia di Lipari or Malvasia Bianca di Piemonte due to some of the same synonyms or morphological similarities.
The late-maturing, moderately high-yielding vine is susceptible to both types of mildew and botrytis (grey rot). The berries have small dots typical of the variety (punti = dot, to which the name part "puntinata" refers) and a subtle muscat flavour. It produces rather simple floral and fruity white wines with aromas of exotic fruits, which are also suitable for sweet wines. These are mostly used as blends.
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