Our Professional Review
Debra, Italian White Buyer writes : An opulent and energetic Verdichhio that delivers a pure, typical varietal expression with precision. This mineral driven white from the Marche region displays stoniness - think fossils, sea shells, blanched almonds and zesty citrus fruit flavors. Subtle floral aromas on the nose lead to a mouth coating texture, lively acid...Show More >
Our Professional Review
Debra, Italian White Buyer writes : An opulent and energetic Verdichhio that delivers a pure, typical varietal expression with precision. This mineral driven white from the Marche region displays stoniness - think fossils, sea shells, blanched almonds and zesty citrus fruit flavors. Subtle floral aromas on the nose lead to a mouth coating texture, lively acidity, freshness and a pleasant crisp, clean, dry finish. Pair with lemon pasta, grilled or baked white fishes, cheeses. Ian d’Agata Wine Review has called this Verdicchio “possibly Italy’s greatest white wine buy.”
Pair with
Rodolphe le Meunier - Adarré Reserve, Basque Sheep & Goat cheese Super well balanced, gently herbaceous, and ever so slightly sweet, Adarre hails from the Basque regions of France, an area renowned for nuanced fromage. It'll pair sumptuously with your favorite Verdicchio.
Expert Review - New York Times
Eric Asimov The New York Times | I’ve written about this wine several times over the years, yet every time I come back to it, it surprises me. Maybe it’s the texture and depth — it’s not at all the stereotypical simple Italian white. It’s got both intrigue and deliciousness, and it’s refreshing, which all makes it a great Thanksgiving white. Oh, and the grapes are farmed organically.
Winemaker Description
This wine easily competes with any Verdicchio on the market, most of which are more expensive. The Matelica zone is further inland and at a higher elevation than the more common Verdicchio di Castelli di Jesi. Matelica wines tend to be brighter and more elegant whereas the Castelli di Jesi wines often have a little more fruit and heft. Collestefano is textbook for the Matelica style bright and crisp with floral notes and a hint of pine.
Collestefano was started in 1998 when Fabio Marchionni took over the estate that had been in his family for years. After getting his degree in agriculture, where he did his thesis on Verdicchio di Matelica, he went to Germany to work for Weingut
Zhringer where he learned to work and farm organically with minimal impact to the environment. He then worked briefly in wine bars and restaurants before taking over the family farm. His Verdicchio has been consistent in quality, winning at least two glasses from Gambero Rosso since the 2001 vintage (twice winning three glasses). It is a great value for an organic wine."~Distributor Notes
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