4 BOTTLE WHITE CASE WINE DESCRIPTION - AUGUST 2026
La Pizzuta del Principe – Pecorello "Molarella" Val di Neto IGP
Grape: 100% Pecorello, an ancient Calabrian white grape prized for its freshness, aromatic intensity, and elegant structure.
Region: Calabria, Val di Neto IGP. Warm Mediterranean conditions tempered by coastal breezes allow the grapes to retain vibrant acidity and expressive aromatics.
Tasting Notes: Bright straw yellow. Delicate aromas of white peach, citrus blossom, Mediterranean herbs, and subtle mineral notes. Fresh and lively with a silky texture, crisp acidity, and a persistent, mineral finish.
Vinification & Ageing: Fermented in stainless steel at controlled temperatures to preserve purity and freshness, followed by a short period on fine lees.
Ageing Potential: 3–5 years.
Food Pairing: Seafood, grilled vegetables, fresh pasta, light poultry dishes, and soft cheeses.
Fun Fact: Once nearly forgotten, Pecorello has become one of Calabria's most exciting native varieties thanks to producers dedicated to preserving the region's winemaking heritage.
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Pedra Majore – I Graniti Vermentino di Gallura DOCG
Grape: 100% Vermentino, Sardinia's flagship white grape, renowned for its freshness, minerality, and Mediterranean character.
Region: Gallura, Sardinia. Granite soils and cooling sea breezes create wines of remarkable elegance, salinity, and aromatic complexity.
Tasting Notes: Pale straw yellow with aromas of citrus, white flowers, ripe stone fruit, and Mediterranean herbs. Crisp and refreshing with vibrant acidity, mineral depth, and a long, savoury finish.
Vinification & Ageing: Fermented in stainless steel to preserve aromatic purity and the grape's natural freshness.
Ageing Potential: 3–6 years.
Food Pairing: Oysters, grilled seafood, fish pasta, fresh salads, and Mediterranean cuisine.
Fun Fact: Vermentino di Gallura is the only DOCG exclusively dedicated to a white wine in Sardinia, showcasing the island's unique granite terroir.
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Learn more on our blog: VERMENTINO: A TRUE SARDINIAN GEM
Carvinea – Lucerna Fiano Salento IGP
Grape: 100% Fiano, one of Southern Italy’s most expressive white grapes, known for its floral elegance, Mediterranean character, and ability to combine freshness with depth and texture.
Region: Salento IGP, Puglia. Grown in the warm Mediterranean climate of southern Puglia, where abundant sunshine, sea influences, and limestone-rich soils help create wines with aromatic intensity, freshness, and balance.
Tasting Notes: Bright straw yellow with delicate aromas of white flowers, citrus zest, pear, peach, and Mediterranean herbs. Fresh and elegant on the palate, with lively acidity, a subtle mineral character, and a smooth, lingering finish with hints of almond and tropical fruit.
Vinification & Ageing: Fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures to preserve the grape’s aromatic purity and freshness. The wine rests on fine lees for added texture and complexity before bottling.
Ageing Potential: 2–4 years.
Food Pairing: Seafood appetizers, grilled prawns, pasta with clams, vegetable risotto, fresh cheeses, and Mediterranean cuisine.
Fun Fact: Although Fiano is historically associated with Campania, the grape has found a distinctive expression in Puglia, where the warmer climate creates a richer, more Mediterranean style while maintaining the variety’s natural freshness and elegance.
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Discover more about the region: A GUIDE TO PUGLIA: WINE, FOOD, AND FAMILY
Casa D'Ambra – Biancolella "Frassitelli" Ischia DOC
Grape: 100% Biancolella, an indigenous variety that has thrived on the volcanic island of Ischia for centuries, producing wines of freshness, elegance, and minerality.
Region: Ischia DOC, Campania. The Frassitelli vineyard sits on steep volcanic terraces overlooking the sea, where mineral-rich soils and constant maritime breezes shape the wine's distinctive character.
Tasting Notes: Pale straw yellow with aromas of white peach, citrus blossom, Mediterranean herbs, and flinty mineral notes. Fresh and vibrant with crisp acidity, saline complexity, and a long, elegant finish.
Vinification & Ageing: Fermented in stainless steel to preserve aromatic purity and the wine's vibrant freshness, with a short period on fine lees for added texture.
Ageing Potential: 4–6 years.
Food Pairing: Oysters, grilled fish, seafood pasta, shellfish, and classic Mediterranean cuisine.
Fun Fact: The Frassitelli vineyard is planted on dramatic terraced slopes overlooking the Bay of Naples, where many vines are cultivated by hand due to the island's rugged volcanic landscape.
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Learn more about volcanic wines on our blog: WHEN FIRE BECOMES VOLCANIC WINE
