Questo vino
Grapes
A blend based on Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc; exact proportions are not specified.
Tasting profile
Minerality and citrus form a taut initial profile that develops with time into wildflowers, honey and ripe pear. Tannic structure and an acidic backbone provide immediate impact as well as longevity. Further published notes describe apple, pear, apricot and an oily, full-bodied texture, followed by dried fruit. With aeration, yellow apple, pear, botanical herbs and mineral tones gain intensity, leading to a savory finish accented by peppery ginger. Stone fruit, lemon marmalade and toasted almond also appear in the published commentary.
Serving and pairing
Pair with roast chicken or turkey, veal, pork and firm, meaty fish.
Vintage notes
The published note for the 2015 Vespa Bianco describes a straw-yellow color with golden nuances. White flowers, tropical fruit, apple, beeswax and chalk mingle with saline and oak accents. The palate is elegant and richly aromatic, balancing freshness, body and flavor before a long, lively finish.
Label / history
Vespa Bianco was conceived to demonstrate the power and evolution possible in a Friulian white, emphasizing complexity and longevity.
