Description

PALEO BIANCO ― LE MACCHIOLE

Location: Bolgheri, Livorno – Toscana
Classification: Toscana Bianco IGT
Grape varieties: Chardonnay 70%. Sauvignon Blanc 30%

Produced since 1991 as a blend of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, Paleo Bianco is a wonderful example of how a wine can be firmly structured and deeply nuanced and refined at the same time. If Chardonnay gives it body, creamy texture, fruity and nutty flavors, Sauvignon Blanc contributes with a firm crispness and green accent; finally the oak aging turn this unusual fusion into a harmonious mouthfeel. Le Macchiole is family-driven leading producer of modern Tuscan wines with its estate along the coast of Tuscany, where it can take advantage of the Mediterranean microclimate given by proximity of the Tyrrenic Sea.

VALTELLINA SUPERIORE SASSELLA RISERVA ― ROCCE ROSSE ― ARPEPE

Location: Sondrio – Lombardia
Classification: Valtellina Superiore DOCG Sassella
Grape varieties: Nebbiolo

Clinging to the rugged slopes of the Italian Alps near the Swiss border lies Valtellina, a valley where viticulture is a challenge. Here, impossibly steep inclines are transformed into fertile terraces by dry stone walls, a testament to generations of human perseverance. Nebbiolo grapes, known for their intensity, are the lifeblood of Valtellina. Their roots dig deep into the very rock, drawing remarkable minerality. ARPEPE, a revered winery in this region, crafts a stunning expression of Valtellina. Their wine boasts an impressive intensity of flavor, balanced by silky tannins and vibrant acidity. It’s a symphony of harmony and depth.

CACC’E MMITTE DI LUCERA ― MOTTA DEL LUPO ― PETRILLI

Location: Lucera, Foggia – Puglia
Classification: Cacc’e mmitte di Lucera DOC
Grape varieties: Nero di Troia 60%, Montepulciano, Bombino

Cacc’e Mmitte di Lucera is a red wine from Apulia, Southern Italy. It is nevertheless completely different from any other red wine produced in the hot and dry climate of Southern Italy, which are typically bold and overripe. On the contrary, it boasts a pale color, slightly more intense than a dark rosé. The delicate taste and pleasant fruity aroma, with hints of pomegranate and cherry, make this wine suitable for pairing with lot of different food. It is made with a blend of black-berried and white-berried local grapes and is only made in steel with no oak contact, to preserve its freshness and easy drinking character. More than just a delicious beverage, Cacc’e Mmitte di Lucera embodies a deep connection to its Apulian heritage and tradition.