What kind of wine is Abruzzo Pecorino DOC 'Machaon' 2022 - Ausonia

Abruzzo Pecorino DOC 'Machaon' 2022 - Ausonia is born in the heart of the Abruzzo hills, where the Pecorino grape finds its most authentic expression. This white wine reflects the freshness and vitality of the territory, offering an elegant and mineral sensory profile. Pecorino is an indigenous grape variety, widespread between the provinces of Pescara and Chieti, known for its natural aromatic brilliance and the marked acidity that gives wines a lively and distinctive character.

Vintage Details

The 2022 vintage in Abruzzo was characterized by a balanced climate: mild springs and a warm, but ventilated summer allowed for regular grape ripening. The temperature excursions between day and night favored aromatic concentration and preserved the natural acidity of the grapes, ensuring great freshness and harmony in the wine.

Winemaking and Aging

Pecorino 'Machaon' 2022 is entirely vinified in stainless steel, a choice that allows its purest varietal characteristics to be maintained: aromas of fresh fruit, citrus notes, and a clean taste sensation. After fermentation at controlled temperature, the wine rests for a few months on its lees, a practice called “affinamento sur lie” (aging on lees), which enriches the structure and gives greater complexity to the sip, without resorting to wood or barriques.

Tasting Notes

Abruzzo Pecorino DOC 'Machaon' 2022 - Ausonia stands out for its balanced and brilliant profile, where freshness, minerality, and acidity are perfectly balanced.

Color

To the eye, it appears a bright straw yellow with greenish reflections, a sign of youth and vitality.

Nose

The bouquet is intense and fragrant: prominent notes of citrus, white peach, and wild flowers, accompanied by delicate mineral nuances that recall the hilly Abruzzo territory.

Taste

On the palate, it is fresh, vibrant, and endowed with a pleasant acidity that prolongs the drinking experience. The minerality emerges with elegance, offering a clean and persistent finish, ideal for those who love whites with a strong but harmonious character.

What to pair Abruzzo Pecorino DOC 'Machaon' 2022 - Ausonia with

This Pecorino is an incredibly versatile wine at the table. It pairs perfectly with:

• Seafood appetizers and shellfish
• First courses based on fish or vegetables
• Fresh and goat cheeses
• Light white meats or summer salads

Its structure and freshness also make it an excellent companion for traditional Abruzzo dishes based on Adriatic fish.

Storage and aging: how to store Abruzzo Pecorino DOC 'Machaon' 2022 - Ausonia wine

To best preserve the fragrance and aromatic finesse of this white, it is important to store it in a cool place, away from light, at a constant temperature of around 12°C. Abruzzo Pecorino DOC 'Machaon' 2022 - Ausonia expresses its best within the first 2-3 years from the harvest, when freshness and liveliness are still protagonists. While it can evolve pleasantly over time, it is a wine that invites being enjoyed young, to fully appreciate its brightness and its mineral soul.