Grillo is an amazing variety; it’s a white grape with a black dress. Why? It has this incredible ability to withstand the heat, it’s really yellow, almost amber-hued with lots of tannins,” says winemaker Lucio Matricardi. The grapes must be pressed very gently, and interestingly only the free run is used in crafting this demure white, surprising, considering it’s even more modest price. Papaya and white peach, musk melon and line dried linen round out the nose. It has some texture, albeit restrained, and almost entirely focused on the fore-palate. And then, there is softness and roundness—not too much. It’s a fine balance. 13.0% ABV | Sample
9.0 Points