What are the great Italian whites? There are many promising categories. But an important one that is getting much attention these days is the traditional white grapes of Campania, including Fiano and Greco. One of our favorite producers of these wines is Ciro Picariello. It's a domaine that specializes in white wines made from high-altitude vines, all native to Campania, grown in volcanic soils. Because of the high altitudes—up to 2,100 feet above sea level—it takes a long time for the grapes to get ripe, and they develop wonderful depth while preserving their natural acidities. With very minimal work in the cellar (natural fermentation, minimal sulfur), the pure essence of these grape varieties and their volcanic terroirs shines through in bottle.How good are these wines? Very good! With fruit, minerality, verve, and that special sense of terroir, you can compare them without shame to the great whites of Burgundy, the Loire, or the Mosel.
What importer Polaner Selections has to say about this wine...
VineyardSourced from vineyards in Tufo and Montefusco - some of the highest and most mineral zones in the Greco di Tufo appellation.SoilClay with limestone rich in volcanic minerals.ViticultureHand-harvested. Practicing Organic. 20 year old vines.VinificationVinified in stainless steel and then rests on the lees for eight months with batonnage.AgingAged three months in the bottle before release.
Details
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Grape Variety
Greco
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Vintage
2023
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Size
750ml
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Farming Practice
Organic
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Sweetness
Dry
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Body
Light Bodied