Castello Colle Massari Melacce Vermentino

Italy: Vermentino, Tuscany, Italy. The harvest is quite early, in order to preserve verve and vivacity in the grapes. Vinification in stainless steel vats at low temperatures to better preserve the varietal aromatic expression.. 2018 91 James Suckling, 90 Wine Spectator. Melacce is the name of a river that runs through the property. Montecucco is located between Montalcino, and Scansano, and benefits from microclimates similar to both of those regions.. The grapes for Melacce were harvested during the last ten days of August. The rather early harvest allowed preserving the gustative vivacity and aromatic freshness that characterize this wine.. On the nose it is intense, with marked citrus and aromatic herbs. On the palate it is fresh, sapid, persistent and with a pleasant fruity aftertaste. Goes well with all fish, particularly with antipasti, and is ideal as an aperitif.