What kind of wine is Albana di Romagna DOCG 'Albarara' 2024 - Tenuta Santa Lucia

Albana di Romagna DOCG 'Albarara' 2024 - Tenuta Santa Lucia is a dry white wine that expresses the true soul of Romagna. It is made from Albana grapes, an indigenous varietal present in this area for centuries, appreciated for its ability to combine body, freshness, and delicate aromas. The Tenuta Santa Lucia winery interprets Albana in a modern key, favoring a fresh and mineral style, where aromatic elegance is accompanied by a pleasant sapidity, typical of the Romagna hillside soils.

Vintage Details

The 2024 vintage in Romagna was characterized by a balanced climate: a mild winter and a regular spring favored homogeneous vine growth. The early summer rains refreshed the soil, allowing the grapes to develop perfectly until the harvest, which took place in September with healthy and aromatic grapes. The result is a wine with a fine and vibrant profile, with excellent aromatic intensity.

Winemaking and Aging

The vinification of Albana di Romagna DOCG 'Albarara' 2024 takes place entirely in steel tanks, a choice that allows for the best preservation of the grape's natural aromas and freshness. After fermentation, the wine remains in contact with its lees for about 12 months: this practice, called affinamento sur lie, gives greater complexity and a creamier texture on the palate. This is followed by a further 6-month period in the bottle before release, ensuring a perfect balance between structure and harmony.

Tasting Notes

Color

In the glass, Albana di Romagna DOCG 'Albarara' 2024 - Tenuta Santa Lucia presents a brilliant straw yellow with golden reflections, indicating maturity and good concentration.

Nose

On the nose, fresh and inviting aromas of white flowers, yellow peach, and citrus emerge, accompanied by slight hints of almond and mineral notes. It is a fine and vibrant bouquet, reflecting the wine's deep connection to the Romagna territory.

Palate

On the palate, it is dry, fresh, and perfectly balanced. The lively acidity blends with a mineral sensation that prolongs the finish and invites another sip. The structure is enveloping but never heavy, ideal for those seeking a white wine with an authentic, clean, and immediately pleasant character.

What dishes to pair with Albana di Romagna DOCG 'Albarara' 2024 - Tenuta Santa Lucia

This wine pairs with great versatility with Mediterranean cuisine. In particular, it perfectly accompanies:

• Fish appetizers, shellfish, and sushi
• Light first courses with vegetables or seafood
• White meats and fresh cheeses

Thanks to its freshness and aromatic finesse, it is also excellent as an aperitif, enhancing every moment of conviviality.

Storage and aging: how to store Albana di Romagna DOCG 'Albarara' 2024 - Tenuta Santa Lucia wine

Albana di Romagna DOCG 'Albarara' 2024 - Tenuta Santa Lucia is a wine that is best enjoyed in its youth, when freshness and aromaticity are most expressive. It is recommended to store it in a cool place, away from light and with a constant temperature (around 12°C), in a horizontal position to keep the cork moist. It is preferable to consume it within 2-3 years of the harvest to fully enjoy its fragrance and the pleasant minerality that distinguishes it.