Fantini FarneseCalalenta Pecorino d'Abruzzo 2024

Product code: 23959
£12.75 ex VAT
£76.50 / case of 6
Italy
White Wine from
Abruzzo, Italy
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Abruzzo
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Fantini Farnese
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Pecorino
Grape: 100% Pecorino
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Abruzzo
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Fantini Farnese
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Pecorino
Grape: 100% Pecorino

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

Lively straw-yellow with green highlights, this Pecorino reveals enticing aromas of white stone fruits and ripe pears, with subtle balsamic nuances. On the palate, it is intense and concentrated, with a rounded, supple body. Well-balanced, it combines a soft texture with vibrant freshness, leading to a long, refreshing finish.

Product Notes

Fantini Farnese Calalenta Pecorino Terre di Chieti is an exquisite white wine emanating from Italy's Abruzzo region. It boasts a vibrant, straw-yellow hue that is full of freshness. The nose is delightfully aromatic, presenting scents of peaches, melons, and citrus fruits, offset by floral and mineral notes. On the palate, it is dry and balanced, encapsulating an elegant harmony between rich flavours and crisp acidity. Its finish lingers luxuriously, reflecting layers of complexity. This wine is a splendid testament to the Pecorino grape, offering a distinct, singular profile that is both distinctive and pleasingly approachable.

About the Winery

Fantini Farnese

Fantini Farnese winery could quite rightly be termed Italy's most esteemed and coveted wine producing estate. Nestled in the heart of Abruzzo, a region blessed with bountiful vineyards and a rich history of viticulture, Farnese has been reaping the rewards of this fertile landscape since the 16th century.

Its reputation for excellence is inextricably linked to commitment to tradition. Every stage of the winemaking process—from vineyard to bottle—is meticulously managed under the watchful eye of highly-skilled vintners. These artisans are driven by a mission to produce wines that are reflective of the region's unique terroir, capturing and bottling its distinctive character.

Remarkably, despite yearly production hitting around 13 million bottles, the winery maintains quality without compromising on quantity. It is no mean feat then, that it consistently delivers splendiferous vintages that capture the palates of wine enthusiasts the world over.

The estate boasts an array of grape varieties; such as Montepulciano, Trebbiano, and Pecorino. The end result being an impressive range of wines; from lush, full-bodied reds, to crisp, refreshing whites. Their sanguine Montepulciano d'Abruzzo aptly embodies the bold character and spirit of the region, its popularity a testimony to Fantini Farnese's finesse and sophistication.

Undoubtedly, any enologist or connoisseur. seeking an authentic taste of Italian viticulture would be remiss to not explore the remarkable produce of Fantini Farnese. From charmingly rustic architecture to breath-taking vineyard vistas, a visit here guarantees a sublime Italian experience, where each aromatic glass transports one to the rolling vineyards of beautiful Abruzzo. Fantini Farnese winery; where tradition meets passion and nature becomes an art form.

https://www.farnesevini.it

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