Montedonico Viognier di Maremma Toscana (2021) - Terenzi

Viognier, a variety native to the Rhône Valley, has adapted perfectly to the Maremma thanks to the combination of intense sunshine, day-night temperature swings and well-drained soils. The Montedonico line is dedicated to Terenzi’s single-variety wines, produced with a sustainable approach and great attention to the identity of the grape.

The appellation: Maremma Toscana DOC

Maremma Toscana DOC is a dynamic, fast-growing appellation established in 2011, covering a broad area of southern Tuscany, in the province of Grosseto. This area, once marshland and today rich in biodiversity, faces the Tyrrhenian Sea and enjoys a breezy Mediterranean climate, ideal for growing vines. The Maremma Toscana DOC stands out for its versatility, allowing the use of numerous native and international grape varieties, and for the production of red, white and rosé wines that combine freshness, structure and a sense of place.

What to eat with Montedonico Viognier di Maremma Toscana

Who makes it: Terenzi

Founded in 2001 by Federico Terenzi and his family, Terenzi is a young but already well-established wine estate in the heart of the Maremma Toscana, at Scansano. With the aim of championing the area and its native grapes, Terenzi quickly gained a reputation thanks to the quality of its Morellino di Scansano and the care taken in production. The estate’s philosophy rests on:Respect for the land and sustainability, both in the vineyard and in the cellar. Championing native grape varieties, with a focus on Sangiovese. Technology in the service of tradition, for wines that are authentic yet modern in style.

The vine of Montedonico Viognier di Maremma Toscana

Viognier

Viognier is a white grape variety of French origin, celebrated for intensely aromatic, complex wines with plenty of character. Wines made from Viognier stand out for their rich floral and ripe-fruit perfumes, together with a soft, velvety structure. The variety is prized for its ability to produce whites of real body and finesse, equally suited to drinking young or to longer ageing.

Montedonico Viognier di Maremma Toscana: the area

Climate: Mediterranean

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

Soil: Clay

Geographical setting: Hilly

Profile of Montedonico Viognier di Maremma Toscana

Primary aromas: Apricot, yellow peach, Tropical fruit (mango, pineapple) and White flowers (jasmine, lime blossom)

Secondary aromas: Light notes of honey and hazelnut and Mediterranean herbaceous shades

Tertiary aromas: Hints of beeswax and dried fruit as it evolves

Tasting notes: Montedonico Viognier 2021 is a deep, elegant white that reflects the sunshine of the Maremma without giving up finesse. On the nose it is explosive and delicate at the same time, with ripe fruit and white flowers. In the mouth it is round and harmonious, with well-balanced freshness, full body and a fine finish that closes on slightly savoury, aromatic notes.