Colli di Luni Vermentino Bianco (2023) - Terenzuola
In the heart of the Colli di Luni, where Liguria meets Tuscany, Vermentino finds its most authentic expression. The Terenzuola winery, with a history rooted in this land, has brought out the best in the grape variety and turned it into a byword for excellence. There is a lovely story about an old local tradition: growers here are said to have sung folk songs during the harvest to accompany the work in the fields, drawing families together in a shared rite that celebrated not only the wine but the community itself.
Colli di Luni Vermentino Bianco (2023) - Terenzuola
Type: Vino Bianco
Area: Italy, Liguria, Colli di Luni
Appellation: Colli di Luni DOC
Grape variety: Vermentino
Vintage: 2023
Winery: Terenzuola
Alcohol: 13%
The appellation: Colli di Luni DOC
The Colli di Luni DOC is a prestigious Denominazione di Origine Controllata established in 1989, which protects and promotes the wine production of an area lying between eastern Liguria (province of La Spezia) and northern Tuscany (province of Massa-Carrara). This land, characterised by hills looking out over the sea and by mineral-rich soils, has historically been suited to viticulture since the days of the ancient Romans.
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Who makes it: Terenzuola
Terenzuola is a winery in the heart of the Colli di Luni, on the border between Liguria and Tuscany. Founded more than a century ago, the estate has found new momentum thanks to Ivan Giuliani, who has carried forward a project to bring out Vermentino, creating wines of great finesse and character. Terenzuola’s approach is based on absolute respect for the terroir, with sustainable viticulture practices and minimal intervention in the cellar to enhance the purity of the grapes. The result is a range of fresh, mineral, long-lived wines, perfect for expressing the soul of the area.
Find out more about TerenzuolaThe vine of Colli di Luni Vermentino Bianco
Vermentino
Vermentino is a highly prized white grape variety, found mainly in the coastal regions of the Mediterranean. Its origin is debated, but it is thought to come from the Iberian peninsula or from Liguria, from where it would then have spread to Sardinia, Tuscany and Corsica. Today it is also grown in some areas of southern France.
Find out moreColli di Luni Vermentino Bianco: the area
Colli di Luni
The Colli di Luni area is one of the finest winegrowing territories in the Mediterranean, lying between eastern Liguria and northern Tuscany, in particular between the provinces of La Spezia and Massa-Carrara. The mild climate, the proximity to the sea and the mineral soils create ideal conditions for producing high-quality wines, with Vermentino as the undisputed star.
Find out more about Colli di LuniAltitude: Low Altitude (0-200 m above sea level)
Soil: Sandy / Silty
Geographical setting: Sea
Profile of Colli di Luni Vermentino Bianco
Primary aromas: Fruity notes of crisp yellow peach, citrus
Secondary aromas: Vegetal notes
Tertiary aromas: Hints of honey
Tasting notes: On the palate it is fresh, savoury and pleasantly balanced, with a fruity, flavour-packed finish
| Sulphites | yes |
| Body | Medium body |
| Acidity | Media |
| Tannin | Absent |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Finish | Media |
| Colour | Straw yellow with golden highlights |
| Clarity | Clear |
| Body | Medium |
Winemaking methods used for Colli di Luni Vermentino Bianco
Direct pressing
Direct pressing is a winemaking technique used mainly for producing white, rosé and sparkling wines, characterised by the immediate pressing of the grapes as soon as they are picked, without going through the maceration stage. This approach makes it possible to obtain a clear, pure must, with minimal extraction of pigments, tannins and other substances present in the skins, preserving the freshness and elegance of the wine.
Find out moreStatic settling
Static settling is a natural clarification technique used mainly in the making of white and rosé wines, but sometimes for red wines too, to separate the solid particles suspended in the must or wine without the use of chemical agents or mechanical filtration.
Find out moreSpontaneous fermentation
Spontaneous fermentation is one of the most fascinating and natural techniques in winemaking, relying solely on the indigenous yeasts present on the grape skins and in the cellar environment. Widely valued in the world of natural and biodynamic wine, it brings out biodiversity and terroir, giving the wine a unique and authentic character.
Find out moreAgeing methods used for Colli di Luni Vermentino Bianco
In stainless steel (1–6 months)
Ageing in stainless steel for 1 to 6 months is a winemaking practice widely used for young, fresh, varietal wines, aimed at preserving the aromatic fragrance and gustatory integrity of the wine immediately after fermentation. This choice allows the wine to be stabilised, to settle naturally and to be ready for drinking within a few months, retaining vitality, tension and precision.
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