What kind of wine is Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC 'Podere Castorani' 2021 - Castorani?

The Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC 'Podere Castorani' 2021 - Castorani is an expressive and refined white wine, born from the hillside vineyards of Abruzzo, one of Italy's most suitable areas for the production of balanced and characterful white wines. The Trebbiano grape, indigenous to the region, stands out for its freshness, good acidity, and clear fruity sensations. In this label, the expert hand of the Castorani winery enhances the mineral and aromatic components, offering a white wine with a strong personality, perfect for those who love lively and luminous wines.

Vintage Details

The 2021 vintage in Abruzzo was characterized by a balanced climate, with a mild spring and a dry but not excessively hot summer. The temperature excursions between day and night, particularly marked in the weeks leading up to the harvest, favored the full aromatic maturation of the grapes. The result is a Trebbiano d'Abruzzo with a clean, intense profile, perfectly balanced between fruit and freshness.

Winemaking and Aging

The vinification of Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC 'Podere Castorani' 2021 - Castorani involves fermentation in 500-liter oak barrels, a process that gives the wine body and complexity. This is followed by a partial malolactic fermentation – a natural transformation that softens acidity – and 12 months of aging "sur lie," meaning in contact with the lees, in wooden barrels. This step gives the wine a creamier and deeper texture. After aging in wood, the wine rests for an additional 6 months in the bottle, achieving the right harmony before being released to the market.

Tasting Notes

The Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC 'Podere Castorani' 2021 - Castorani is a white wine that expresses all the vitality of its territory, with delicate notes and a surprisingly persistent finish.

Color

To the eye, it presents a brilliant straw-yellow color, with golden reflections that anticipate its liveliness and structure.

Nose

The nose reveals aromas of white-fleshed fruits – apple, pear, and peach – accompanied by floral nuances of acacia and hawthorn. With aeration, hints of honey and light toasted notes emerge, a result of the aging in wood.

Palate

On the palate, it is fresh and vibrant, with a perfect balance between acidity and softness. The texture is enveloping, supported by a pleasant minerality that accompanies a long and savory finish. A dynamic wine, capable of combining elegance and Abruzzese straightforwardness.

Food Pairings for Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC 'Podere Castorani' 2021 - Castorani

This Trebbiano lends itself to many pairings, thanks to its structure and fresh character. It is ideal for enhancing the flavors of seafood and delicate yet tasty dishes. Excellent with:

• fish appetizers and seafood carpaccios
• spaghetti with clams or seafood risotto
• baked or grilled fish
• fresh and light cheeses
• delicate white meats, such as lemon chicken or herb turkey

A surprising pairing? Try it with a selection of aged goat cheeses: its acidity perfectly balances the fatty part of the cheese.

Storage and Aging: How to store Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC 'Podere Castorani' 2021 - Castorani wine

This wine expresses its best qualities in the first years after the harvest. To maintain its freshness and aromas, store bottles in a cool, dry place away from light, at a constant temperature of around 12°C. The Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC 'Podere Castorani' 2021 - Castorani is meant to be enjoyed young, within 2-3 years, a period in which it offers its maximum aromatic expressiveness and the right balance between acidity and softness. If well-preserved, it can still offer interesting evolutions, developing slight honeyed notes and more mature nuances.