| Style | Slightly Aromatic and Fruity White |
|---|---|
| Producer | San Lorenzo Winery |
| Category | White |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Abruzzo |
| Appellation | Colli Apruntini Igt |
| Grape Variety | Pecorino |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Barrel | No Barrel |
| Alcohol Content | 12,5% |
| Organic & Biodynamic | Sustainable Quality, Yes |
| Bottle Format | 750 ml |
| Food & Wine Matching | Aperitif, Beef, Creamy Cheese, Crudites, Fresh Cheese, Lamb, Mushrooms, Pasta, Pizza, Pork, Poultry, Risotto, Salads, Seafood, Vegetable Dishes, White Meats, Oysters, Raw Seafood |
Pecorino Casabianca – Igt Colli Apruntini – San Lorenzo Winery
The exquisite fusion of native white vines elevates this wine, imparting a delightful character and ensuring remarkable longevity.
Territory:
The vineyards are located in an exceptional area, 250 to 350 meters above sea level and equidistant from the sea and the Gran Sasso. The day-to-night temperature range of 13° to 14° Celsius thickens the grape skins, enhancing the wine’s aroma. The clayey limestone soil resembles Bordeaux, and a constant breeze throughout the year helps reduce humidity, keeping the vines dry. Only copper and sulfur treatments are used, following traditional winemaking methods.
Winemaking:
100% Pecorino this wine undergoes a harvest in the first week of September. The process includes pressing, cryomaceration of the crushed grapes, and soft pressing. The fermentation is carried out in a reduced environment, utilising naturally occurring yeasts, a method known as spontaneous fermentation. This technique contributes to the development of wines with greater complexity. The wine has an ageing potential of 2 to 3 years.
Tasting Notes:
The wine is pale straw-yellow and displays great intensity on the nose. It reveals hints of white flowers, chamomile, anise, wild herbs, and a subtle note of toasted almond. Upon further smelling, fresh fruity nuances emerge, showcasing citrus aromas of pink grapefruit and a mineral quality reminiscent of gravel. On the palate, the wine offers a delightful tactile and gustatory experience. It is fresh, crisp, savoury, and mineral-driven, complemented by elegant citrus notes.