2023 Sartarelli - Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC Classico Superiore Tralivio (750ml)

Awarded Best White Wine in the World at the International Wine Challenge, the 2023 Sartarelli Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Tralivio delivers a structured, mineral-driven profile that distinguishes it from heavily oak-influenced Italian whites. Sourced exclusively from the estate’s older vineyards on the hills of Jesi, the grapes are selectively thinned to reduce yields and harvested by hand. After gentle pressing, fermentation occurs under controlled temperatures followed by extended lees contact, a method that builds viscosity while preserving the region’s characteristic razor-sharp acidity.

The wine presents a bright straw-yellow color and an aromatic core of acacia blossoms, spring herbs, lime peel, and apricot, all layered over notes of fresh almond. On the palate, the structure remains firm yet approachable, balancing moderate alcohol with vibrant citrus and stony minerality. The finish extends cleanly toward the variety’s hallmark hint of bitter almond, leaving a precise, saline impression that rewards slow sipping.

Serve this Verdicchio chilled at 9 to 11°C (48 to 52°F) to highlight its freshness. The exact acid-to-mineral balance makes it a reliable partner for delicate seafood preparations, ranging from simple sashimi and white-fish crudo to salt-grilled salmon and shellfish towers. It also bridges well into light pasta dishes dressed in olive oil, garlic, and lemon, or stands alone as an aperitif before a multi-course meal.

Produced by a third-generation family operation dedicated entirely to Verdicchio since 1972, each 750ml bottle reflects strict vineyard management and restrained winemaking. Purchase this Classico Superiore bottling for a transparent expression of the Jesi hills that scales easily from weekday dinners to paired tasting flights.