Greco di Tufo DOCG 2024 - Vesevo x 6

Why the oenologist recommends Greco di Tufo 

The origin of this grape seems to be credited to Greece, even its name explains it. But it is considered an Italian autochthonous grape, so much, that the tradition of its cultivation is in Campania. A white wine capable of externalizing rather concentrated aromas and flavors associated with almonds and hazelnuts, and also references to minerality, a highly appreciated feature.

Recommended Pairings and Serving Guidelines

The wine produced with Greco di Tufo is usually relatively full-bodied, has a soft, balanced and pleasantly fruity flavor with a spicy personality. The color of the wine varies from straw yellow with greenish reflections to golden yellow. Good alcohol content, 12.50% Vol; the fruit is enriched with aromas, the most perceptible are the citrus fruits, tropical fruits, almonds and hazelnuts that positively characterize the identity of the Greco di Tufo. Freshness on the palate, they accompany the slightly salty texture. In the finale, it persists for a long time.

Recommended pairings while tasting this Greco di Tufo from the Vesevo winery

Toccoli with monkfish sauce, Impepata with mussels from Taranto, linguine with seafood, spaghetti with carbonara, ham and melon, eggplant parmesan, soft cheeses, fresh fruit dried fruit.

Uncork and serve at 10-12 ° C in a Tulip glass.

Fantini Vesevo 

Fantini Vesevo Cellar winery and dynamic in Southern Italy. Led by Valentino Sciotti, president and CEO of Farnese Group, as well as founder, in Ortona, Abruzzo. Qualitative research and marketing communication makes it a leader.