2020 Stefano Zoli Verdicchio di Matelica DOC

Brilliant very pale straw, almost water like colour with greenish tinged edges and a watery hue. Delightful ripe pear and red apple skin scents fill the nostrils followed by some lime, fresh herb and slatey mineral notes. Zingy green pear, lime and green apple fruits are underscored by crisp mineral infused acidity. Notions of wet steel and fresh herbs also chime in. Taut zippy feel finishing dry with a tangy feel to the snappy aftertaste.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13%

Other Reviews….
Sourced from 55-year-old vines in a chalky-limestone vineyard of less than a single hectare at 430m, this is the sole expression of Verdicchio from Stefano Zoli, who seeks wines that express the vintage, using minimal levels of sulphur and copper treatments. Hand-harvested, the wine is fermented in steel and concrete using native yeasts, spending five months ageing on the lees to provide extra complexity.
Decanter Panel Tasting.
Andy Howard MW: Floral nose, quite pungent. Driving acidity on the palate, a youthful Matelica, lots of freshness and vitality. Has the potential to develop very well.
Sara Bachiorri: A touch of oxidation on the nose, rich texture, and a touch of yeasty nuttiness on the palate, alongside bright acidity that helps the balance and complexity of the wine.
Michael Garner: Broad and fragrant nose, showing overtly floral notes and peach kernel. Juicy, fresh and vibrant flavours with positive and bold acidity. Long, steely and mineral-loaded.
Drink 2022-2030.
95 points
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