4-Bottle White Case Wine Description - October 2025
TORRE DEI BEATI – Giocheremo Con i Fiori Pecorino Abruzzo DOC
Pronunciation: “Peh-co-REE-no”
Grape
100% Pecorino, an ancient indigenous grape of central Italy, prized for its aromatic intensity, bright acidity, and ability to balance richness with freshness.
Region
Produced in Abruzzo, along Italy’s Adriatic coast. The vineyards sit on rolling hills between the sea and the Apennine mountains, benefiting from maritime breezes and wide diurnal temperature swings.
Tasting Notes
Pale straw yellow with greenish highlights. On the nose, it reveals floral notes of acacia and chamomile, alongside citrus, tropical fruit, and hints of sage. The palate is vibrant and crisp, with a mineral backbone, lively acidity, and a long, savoury finish.
Vinification & Ageing
Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness and aromatics. Short lees contact may be used to enhance texture and complexity.
Ageing Potential
Best enjoyed within 3–5 years for its vibrant fruit, though top vintages can develop honeyed and nutty nuances with age.
Food Pairing
Excellent with seafood pasta, grilled fish, fresh cheeses, or vegetable-based dishes such as asparagus risotto.
Fun Fact
The name “Giocheremo Con i Fiori” (“We will play with flowers”) reflects both the wine’s aromatic profile and Torre dei Beati’s philosophy of respecting nature and terroir in winemaking.
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PRIMOSIC – Pinot Grigio Collio DOC
Pronunciation: “Pee-noh GREE-joh”
Grape
100% Pinot Grigio, a French-born grape that has become one of Italy’s most widely planted whites, particularly prized in Friuli for its elegance and depth.
Region
From Collio, Friuli Venezia Giulia, a border region with Slovenia. The area’s ponca soil (marl and sandstone) and cool climate create structured, mineral-driven whites.
Tasting Notes
Bright straw yellow with subtle copper reflections. Aromas of pear, apple, white peach, and wildflowers, with delicate mineral undertones. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, fresh, and balanced, with a crisp finish marked by citrus zest and stony minerality.
Vinification & Ageing
Cold fermentation in stainless steel tanks enhances fruit purity. Some producers experiment with short skin contact to bring out colour and texture; Primosic is renowned for its finesse and precision.
Ageing Potential
Best enjoyed young, within 2–4 years, though Collio Pinot Grigio can surprise with added complexity over time.
Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with prosciutto di San Daniele, seafood risottos, light pastas, and grilled white meats.
Fun Fact
Primosic has been a pioneer of Collio winemaking for generations, playing a leading role in elevating Friuli’s reputation for world-class white wines.
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LA PIZZUTA DEL PRINCIPE – Pecorello Molarella Val di Neto IGP
Pronunciation: “Peh-co-REH-lo”
Grape
100% Pecorello, a rare indigenous grape of Calabria, not to be confused with Pecorino. Known for its freshness, aromatic finesse, and ability to capture the character of southern terroirs.
Region
Produced in Val di Neto, Calabria, a coastal zone influenced by the Ionian Sea. Soils are sandy and clay-rich, and the Mediterranean climate provides sun-drenched days with cooling sea breezes.
Tasting Notes
Straw yellow with golden highlights. Aromas of citrus, Mediterranean herbs, and stone fruit, with a delicate floral touch. The palate is fresh and elegant, with a fine balance of acidity, texture, and saline minerality.
Vinification & Ageing
Vinified in stainless steel at controlled temperatures to highlight aromatics and freshness. Lees ageing may be employed to add creaminess and depth.
Ageing Potential
Best consumed within 3–4 years, although careful cellaring can bring out richer, honeyed tones.
Food Pairing
Ideal with seafood, shellfish, vegetable dishes, and light cheeses. Complements Calabrian cuisine’s mix of spice, herbs, and freshness.
Fun Fact
The Pecorello grape was nearly lost to obscurity but has been revived by passionate winemakers like La Pizzuta del Principe, championing Calabria’s indigenous varieties.
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ERMES PAVESE – Blanc de Morgex et de La Salle
Grape
100% Prié Blanc, a rare indigenous grape grown exclusively in the high-altitude vineyards of the Valle d’Aosta, one of the highest vineyard zones in Europe.
Region
Produced in Morgex and La Salle, Valle d’Aosta, in Italy’s Alpine northwest. Vineyards are planted between 900–1200 metres above sea level on sandy, glacial soils. The extreme altitude provides pure sunlight, cold nights, and a long growing season.
Tasting Notes
Pale straw yellow with green reflections. Aromas of alpine herbs, white flowers, citrus, and crisp apple. The palate is light, mineral-driven, and refreshing, with vibrant acidity and a clean, precise finish.
Vinification & Ageing
Fermented and aged in stainless steel to preserve freshness and delicate aromatics. No oak influence, allowing Prié Blanc’s mountain purity to shine.
Ageing Potential
Best enjoyed young, within 2–3 years, for its alpine freshness, though some vintages can develop intriguing notes of honey and dried herbs.
Food Pairing
Perfect with freshwater fish, fondue, mountain cheeses, or simply as an aperitif after a day in the Alps.
Fun Fact
Prié Blanc is cultivated on original, ungrafted rootstock, as the high altitude and sandy soils of Morgex protected the vines from phylloxera. Ermes Pavese is a key figure in preserving this unique Alpine viticultural heritage.
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