Bianco 2023

BELL'AJA BOLGHERI

Bianco
2023

Country
Italy
Regulated designation
Denominazione di origine controllata (DOC)
Region
Tuscany
Appellation
Bolgheri
Varietal(s)
Vermentino
Alcohol percentage
12.5%
Colour
White
Sugar
Dry
Producer's website

About this winery

Bell'aja Bolgheri is a distinguished winery nestled within San Felice’s renowned Bolgheri estate, spanning six hectares of prime Tuscan land. Bolgheri itself is celebrated for its iconic Cypress avenue, famously depicted in Giosuè Carducci's poetry. Bell'aja's vineyards benefit from the region's unique microclimate, shaped by the proximity of the sea and the hills, resulting in wines with a distinctive character. Among its offerings are the highly esteemed Bolgheri and Bolgheri Superiore...

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Production notes

In autumn, the weather fluctuated between brief showers and temperatures above average. Intense cold persisted from late December to mid-February, but overall the winter was mild. Spring saw frequent rains that compromised some inflorescences, reducing production, but fruit set was good. Summer experienced high temperatures, requiring interventions to protect the vines from heat and ensure optimal phenolic ripening. Production was slightly below average but well distributed.

Tasting notes

The distinctive traits of this wine evoke notes of white fruit, jasmine flowers, and thyme. On the palate, it is fresh and harmonious, expressing an immediate pleasantness, characteristic of this territory.