2024 Stefano Zoli Verdicchio di Matelica DOC

Concentrated and textural yet zingy in its feel with a long saline infused finish.

Verdicchio has historical roots dating back to well before the 7th century, putting this grape amongst a handful of truly indigenous Italian grape varieties. The mineral-rich ancient clay-based limestone soils that are unique to Le Marche’s territory are a key factor that enables Verdicchio to thrive. The vineyard climate is influenced heavily by the Apennines Mountain ranges, there is more of a protected continental climate here resulting in large temperature variations between day and night that maintain acidity and freshness in the grape -a perfect place for long time Italian enologist Stefano Zolito grow his pure, crystalline Verdicchio.

Brilliant pale straw to straw colour with delicate flashes of green around the edges and a watery hue. Pear and red apple skin aromas mix with hints of mango, faint honeysuckle and slatey mineral notes. Concentrated and textural yet zingy in its feel, the palate is bristling with lime, green to red apple and mandarin fruits which are underscored by tangy acidity. Slate and flinty mineral elements sit in the background. The long, zippy finish infused with a saline like minerality.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 14%