2020 Pievalta Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Riserva, Marche, Italy

ABOUT THIS WINE Verdicchio is one of the most important white grapes in the Le Marche area, and Castelli di Jesi is one of the oldest, well-known appellations of this charming Italian wine region. Verdicchio is considered one of the most noble grapes in all of Italy and produces wines that are able to evolve and develop in bottle for 10-15 years. And, this Riserva wine from Pievalta is one of the best examples. "Verdicchio" means "Little Green One", and this white grape, which dates from the 5th century, is responsible for producing lovely and refreshing wines with crisp acidity and captivating floral and fruity aromas. Are you ready for this Little-Big Green one? To learn more about this amazing grape and the wines from it, click here. 100% Verdicchio from biodynamic vines in Castelli di Jesi, fermented in concrete and aged in large oak. ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Pievalta’s young history was made possible by the vision of Silvano Brescianini (winemaker and Managing Partner of Barone Pizzini) who tapped enologist Alessandro Fenino to manage this ambitious project in 2002. Pievalta’s San Paolo Verdicchio Riserva is sourced from the single vineyard of San Paolo. The three hectare site sits at an average of 200-300 meters above sea level with a northeastern exposure on Monte Follonica hillside on the right bank of the Esino River. Soils are calcareous clay and sandstone in origin. The alchemical symbol on the label means summer because of the richness and energy of this reserve wine. Since 2008, all Pievalta wines have been certified Biodynamic by Demeter. San Paolo Verdicchio is harvested in late August for a direct pressing and fermentation in stainless steel, and aging in stainless for 26 months. Bentonite is used as the fining agent.