Ciavolich Pecorino Aries Colline Pescaresi IGT

This is going down rather well with some goats' cheese. The nose is rather pleasant with white flowers and some minerality. On the palate just a touch of acidity to complement the floral and stone fruit notes. The finish is moderately long. Overall very nice, and a distinctive change from the more common white wine varieties.

100% Pecorino from 1 ha calcareous clay soil in Pianella, Pescaresi with pergola-trained vines planted in 2000. Gentle pressing and fermented in stainless. Portion aged sur lies in used French oak. 13.5% Abv. ~9000 bottles Proprietors: Chiara Ciavolich and spouse Gianluca A(ccuracy)=2: Bright straw/yellow. Floral, mineral varietal. B(alance) =3: Distinctive components in harmony. C(omplexity)=2: Ripe citrus, dried fruits, herbs, minerality. D(epth) = 1: Vibrant mouthfeel. Average length and finish. Wine Tally Score [2,3,2,1]=8/10 Distinctive and delicious. For story-telling label graphics, …

100% Pecorino, of which 30% is aged for five months on the lees in large oak casks, for a little added complexity. Medium yellow. The nose is clean, medium (+) in intensity, with inviting aromas of ripe lemon, white flowers, fresh herbs, anise and pineapple. The palate is dry, with medium (+) to high in acidity and medium (+) alcohol (13.5%). The flavor intensity and persistence on the palate is quite pronounced, with a nice round mouthfeel and a crisp …