2021 Ciavolich - Pecorino Colline Pescaresi IGT Fosso Cancelli (750ml)

The 2021 Ciavolich Pecorino “Fosso Cancelli” delivers a distinctive coastal Italian white wine profile shaped by Adriatic breezes and calcareous clay soils in the Colline Pescaresi region. Cultivated exclusively from pecorino vines, this bottling balances crisp natural acidity with a structured mid-palate, offering concentrated flavors of yellow pear, lemon confit, and white peach, underscored by aromas of fennel, dried herbs, and wet stone. The 2021 vintage’s cooler seasonal temperatures slowed sugar accumulation, extending phenological maturity and preserving vibrant malic acid levels essential for longevity.

Winemaking relies on careful cold maceration followed by fermentation in temperature-controlled neutral vessels, a method chosen to retain primary fruit expression while developing a smooth, glyceric texture without masking the vineyard’s mineral character. Serve between 46°F and 50°F to maintain freshness. The wine pairs structurally well with delicate seafood preparations like linguine alle vongole, grilled branzino, or octopus salad with celery and citrus. It also complements herb-roasted poultry, wild mushroom risotto, and young pecorino di fossa. Store upright in a cool location and enjoy within two to four years for peak brightness, though bottles stored optimally will gradually develop honeysuckle and toasted almond nuances through year seven.