GRAPE: Verdicchio
REGION: Italy, Marche
 
Lemon zest, green apple and preserved citrus peel lead on the nose with hints of fennel and crushed almond. The palate is concentrated yet finely etched, with a chalky, almost saline line and a gentle waxy texture building through the mid-palate. The finish is long, savoury and mineral, with lingering notes of bitter orange and almond skin.
 
FOOD PAIRING: Ideal with crudo and oysters, grilled prawns with garlic and herbs, lemony roast chicken, ricotta and herb ravioli, asparagus risotto, and semi-hard cheeses like pecorino.