Pievalta San Paolo Verdicchio Riserva DOCG
£28.50
Riserva on the label tells you that this is a serious Verdicchio that has a bit more breadth and complexity than the average. In this instance that little bit extra comes from over two years spent on the lees, which has imparted an enormous amount of flavour to the wine. The result is a honeyed, hazelnut, tropical-fruit flavoured wine with a fine backbone of acidity. This Riserva has fabulous ageing potential but will drink very well now with vegetable-based pasta dishes, fish and poultry.
- 95 Points, Decanter Magazine (2019 vintage)
- Gambero Rosso ‘White Wine of the Year’ award (2019 vintage)
- 93 points, Tom Hyland, ‘ Medium-full with impressive concentration, there is good acidity, excellent persistence, notable harmony and very good persistence; this from a very warm growing season. There is beautiful structure as well as substantial varietal character. Enjoy now or over the next several years.’ (2017 vintage)
- 18/20, JancisRobinson.com, ‘Cut lemon and breadcrumb on the nose. Minerally notes. Linear lemon-fruit palate with stunning precision, length and clarity. Vibrant finish. Gorgeous wine that should be on any serious restaurant’s wine list.‘ Walter Speller August 2016 (2013 vintage)
Taste
Marked sapidity, White fruit flesh
Aroma
Cut hay and almond, White fruit
Description
Riserva on the label tells you that this is a serious Verdicchio that has a bit more breadth and complexity than the average. In this instance that little bit extra comes from over two years spent on the lees, which has imparted an enormous amount of flavour to the wine. The result is a honeyed, hazelnut, tropical-fruit flavoured wine with a fine backbone of acidity. This Riserva has fabulous ageing potential but will drink very well now with vegetable-based pasta dishes, fish and poultry.
- 95 Points, Decanter Magazine (2019 vintage)
- Gambero Rosso ‘White Wine of the Year’ award (2019 vintage)
- 93 points, Tom Hyland, ‘ Medium-full with impressive concentration, there is good acidity, excellent persistence, notable harmony and very good persistence; this from a very warm growing season. There is beautiful structure as well as substantial varietal character. Enjoy now or over the next several years.’ (2017 vintage)
- 18/20, JancisRobinson.com, ‘Cut lemon and breadcrumb on the nose. Minerally notes. Linear lemon-fruit palate with stunning precision, length and clarity. Vibrant finish. Gorgeous wine that should be on any serious restaurant’s wine list.‘ Walter Speller August 2016 (2013 vintage)
About the estate
6 Stars!
What an unassuming wine this is. It is so so good, and great value compared to white burgundy etc. I could drink this everyday!
Alexis –
Amazing value
Really, really good now, and I think it will only get better with more time in bottle. Great value for the quality.
Trampled Underfoot –
Epic
Absolutely stunning. So pleased I’ve discovered this underrated wine
Lido –