“Di Gino” Verdicchio (2023) - Fattoria San Lorenzo

The name “Di Gino” is a tribute to Gino Crognaletti, father of the current owner Natalino, and represents the entry point in the winery's Verdicchio range. Fattoria San Lorenzo is a family-run winery, certified organic and biodynamic, which farms its vineyards with great respect for the environment and biodiversity.

The appellation: Marche IGT Bianco

Marche IGT Bianco is an Indicazione Geografica Tipica appellation that allows flexible production of white wines throughout the Marche region. This IGT gives value both to indigenous Marche varieties such as Verdicchio, Pecorino and Passerina and to international ones such as Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc, vinified either as single varieties or in blends. It is an appellation that leaves producers freedom of expression, allowing traditional, modern or experimental interpretations, including wood fermentation, orange wines, spontaneous fermentations and organic winemaking.

What to eat with “Di Gino” Verdicchio

Who makes it: Fattoria San Lorenzo

Fattoria San Lorenzo is a family-run winery at Montecarotto, in the heart of Le Marche. Led by Natalino Crognaletti, the estate has its roots in a long winegrowing tradition, with a grandfather, Enrico, who was both a vine grower and a cooper. In 1995 Natalino took over the reins of the estate, pursuing a production philosophy based on: Organic and biodynamic farming: respect for nature and the ecosystem. Spontaneous fermentations: indigenous yeasts are used to express the terroir at its best. Non-interventionist winemaking: no fining or filtration, to preserve the integrity of the wine.The winery is known for making authentic wines of great personality, which tell the story and culture of the Marche countryside.

The vine of “Di Gino” Verdicchio

Verdicchio

Verdicchio is one of the most important and long-lived white grape varieties in Italy, an absolute symbol of the Marche region. It is prized for its freshness, marked salinity, aromatic finesse and extraordinary ageing capacity, qualities that make it the star of both young, immediate wines and great whites for long ageing. The name derives from "verde" (green), because of the greenish reflections the wine often retains even as it evolves.

“Di Gino” Verdicchio: the Montecarotto area

Climate: Mediterranean

Altitude: Low to mid altitude (200–500 m above sea level)

Soil: Limestone / chalk

Geographical setting: Coast

Profile of “Di Gino” Verdicchio

Primary aromas: Pear, green apple, citrus (lemon, grapefruit) and Floral notes (white flowers)

Secondary aromas: Mineral notes (wet stone), yeast

Tasting notes: The “Di Gino” 2023 shows a bright straw-yellow colour. On the nose it offers intense aromas of white-fleshed fruit and citrus, accompanied by floral and mineral notes. On the palate it is fresh and lively, with good structure and a persistent, citrusy finish.