Tenuta di Tavignano, Verdicchio

Marche, Italy
Chances are, if you like bright citrusy wines such as Sauvignon Blanc, Verdejo, Albariño or Grüner Veltliner, you will more than likely appreciate a good Verdicchio. Derived from the word “verde” (green), Verdicchio is the indigenous white grape of the Marche region on Italy’s Adriatic coast. Good quality Verdicchio wines display refreshing acidity with citrus, herbal and nutty flavors.

Within the Marche region, the appellations of Castelli di Jesi and Matelica typically produce the best versions of Verdicchio, which is the white wine of choice along Italy’s Adriatic coast.

A Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC Classico Superiore fresh and easy drinkable but juicy, medium-bodied and pretty long, with a nice finish on toasted almond notes as typical of this grape variety. Ideal with entry dishes, fish and shellfish.