Friday, July 30, 2010

White Wine from Southern Italy, Italy: Poderi Foglia Concabianco 2009


On the organic vineyards in Conca a classic Falanghina DOC is produced and rounded of by the maximum of allowed percentage of Pallagrello Bianco grown in the same vineyards, adding a fatter and exotic sensation to the mid palate. Here in Conca the volcanic soils are of higher calcareous content, with significant overlay of maritime sediments, yielding a fragrant and exotic version of Falanghina in this all stainless steel wine.

The estate's 2009 Falanghina Concabianco is marvelous. Clean, minerally notes frame expressive white peaches, flowers, mint and ash, all of which come together in grand style. The finish is focused yet rich and textured. Simply put, everything is perfectly balanced in this fine, pedigreed white. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2015.

This small estate is located in the prestigious Terra di Lavoro district on the foothills of the Roccamonfina volcano.

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