2018 San Lorenzo Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore le Oche $26 bottle
Marche, Italy
Biodynamic
100% Verdicchio, vineyard named after the geese (oche) that ‘work the weeds and grass between the rows’ for Natalino.
This is the third of Natalino’s 5 Verdicchio labels… none of which see wood, and all of which are completely different. The natural weight and ‘oily’ texture (at times almost reminiscent of a Riesling texture) and nutty nature of this varietal can give the impression that it has seen barrel aging, however this is never the case with Natalino. The beautiful citrus acidity combined with this ‘nuttiness’ and weight make it a varietal, that similar to the diverse cuisine of Le Marche, make it a white wine that can pair with fish as well as meat. This incredible expression of Verdicchio is possible only with the particular terroir and climatic conditions of these hills, it is an easy variety to fall immediately in love with.
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