Santa Barbara Stefano Antonucci Le Vaglie Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico DOC 2022 Rated 91VM

VinoUS Media Review
Rated 91
A lovely mint herbal tinge gives way to sweet smoke and Granny Smith apples as the 2022 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Le Vaglie opens in the glass. Seductively smooth and ripe, this excels with its contrasts of sweet and salty as ripe orchard fruits and mineral tones mingle throughout. It finishes long and fresh with nuances of candied lime and green melon that pinch at the cheek. Le Vaglie demonstrates tremendous balance and remains a remarkable value. Drinking Window 2024-2028.

Santa Barbara Stefano Antonucci Le Vaglie Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico DOC 2022

Tasting Notes:
The 2022 Le Vaglie Verdicchio offers fresh and vibrant aromas of citrus, green apple, and almond. On the palate, it is crisp and well-balanced, with flavors of lemon, pear, and a subtle minerality, leading to a clean, refreshing finish.

• Varietal Composition: 100% Verdicchio
• ABV: 13%
• Food Pairings: Ideal with seafood, light pasta dishes, and fresh salads.

About the Winery:
Santa Barbara Winery, founded by Stefano Antonucci, is known for producing high-quality Verdicchio wines from the Castelli di Jesi region in Italy.