Verdicchio

The Verdicchio is one of the most important and long-lived white grape varieties ofItaly, the absolute symbol of the region Marche. It is appreciated for its freshness, the marked savouriness, the aromatic finesse and the extraordinary ageing capacity, characteristics that make it a star both in young, immediate wines both of great whites for long ageing.

The name comes from "verde" (green), because of the greenish highlights which the wine often keeps as it develops.

Origin and spread

• Region: Marche (mainly)

• Main areas: Castelli di Jesi, Matelica, Serra de' Conti

• Some plantings also in Umbria e Lazio

• It prefers soils clay-limestone and climates temperate continental

Ampelographic characteristics

• Bunch: medium, compact

• Berry: medium, thick skin, yellow-green in colour

• Ripening: mid-late

• Excellent yield and good resistance to drought

Sensory profile of the wine

Colour:

• Bright straw yellow, often with greenish highlights when young

Aromas:

• White flowers: acacia, hawthorn

• Fresh fruit: green apple, pear, white peach

• Citrus: lemon, grapefruit

• Mineral and saline notes

• With age: honey, almond, aniseed, petrol (similar to Riesling)

Palate:

• Fresh, dry, savoury, with vibrant acidity

• Medium-full body

• Finish slightly bitter elegant, typical and distinctive

Main appellations

Food pairings

• Raw fish, tartare, ceviche

• Pasta alle vongole, lemon risotto, spaghetti with sea urchin

• Grilled vegetables, savoury tarts

• Fried squid, grilled prawns

• Fresh or lightly aged cheeses

• Delicate white meat (chicken, rabbit)

Why choose a Verdicchio?

It is a a mineral, fresh and gastronomic white
It offers great versatility: young or for ageing
It has excellent value for money, including in the Riserva versions
It is perfect for those who love dry, saline and refined whites
It is one of the few Italian whites that can develop beautifully over the years