The Moscatello Selvatico grape variety, according to numerous scholars including Acerbi in 1825, Rovasenda in 1877, Molon in 1906, and Dalmasso in 1964, belongs to the large family of Moscati grapes, although the term Moscatello is often used to refer to different grape varieties. According to recent studies conducted by Crespan and Milani in 2001, Moscatello Selvatico might be directly related to Moscato di Alessandria. However, more recent studies have suggested that Moscatello Selvatico does not belong to the Moscati family because it does not exhibit the ampelographic characteristics typical of this group. Nevertheless, it is a grape with the typical aromaticity of Moscati, which likely explains its name. Moscatello Selvatico contributes to the production of Moscato di Trani DOC and is also used in the production of bases for sparkling and sweet wines.

The primary production area is along the Apulian coast that stretches from Barletta to Monopoli, particularly in the regions around Andria and Trani, but it also contributes to the Moscadello di Montalcino DOC in Tuscany. The cluster of Moscatello Selvatico is medium-sized, conical to cylindrical in shape, fairly compact, and has two wings. The berries are medium-large with a skin that ranges from yellow to green in color, with some unevenness. Moscatello Selvatico can be harvested late if used for making sweet wines, otherwise, it reaches maturity around mid-September. When vinified on its own, the wine from Moscatello Selvatico displays a deep straw yellow color with intense varietal aromas, featuring citrus and delicate notes. On the palate, it is aromatic and harmonious.