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La Calenzana Trebbiano d'Abruzzo 2022
Primary flavours

Green Apple

Lemon Sherbert

Sour Lemon
Lemon Drops

Lemongrass

Mint
Details
This is a cool, minty-fresh Trebbiano with plenty of likeability. It's exactly what you want from the variety at this price point, with an intense lemon drop character and a lovely tangy freshness from top to bottom. Simple, yet delicious.
Origin: Italy. Mainly Grown In: Italy, and France where it goes by the name Ugni Blanc. Key Facts: Trebbiano is something of a workhorse grape variety and is integral to wine production all over Italy. Confusingly the name ‘Trebbiano’ is attributed to a multitude of grape varieties, some of which are not even related to Trebbiano itself; ‘Trebbiano di Lugana’ or ‘...di Soave’, good examples. Given the slew of pseudonym’s that Trebbiano goes by, it is quite difficult to pinpoint the exact characteristics of this grape variety, and is perhaps better described according to which part of Italy a given Trebbiano wine comes from. In France, it is believed that Trebbiano and Ugni Blanc are one and the same. Here it is mostly used for the production of Cognac, however it has the ability to produce fairly green wines, with lots of freshness, particularly when blended with Colombard. Trebbiano is a versatile variety, the best examples we have tasted are usually fresh, citrus driven easy-drinking styles of wine. Fun Fact: The name ‘Trebbiano’ is attributed to a multitude of grape varieties, some of which are not even related to Trebbiano itself.
Origin: Italy. Mainly Grown In: Italy, and France where it goes by the name Ugni Blanc. Key Facts: Trebbiano is something of a workhorse grape variety and is integral to wine production all over Italy. Confusingly the name ‘Trebbiano’ is attributed to a multitude of grape varieties, some of which are not even related to Trebbiano itself; ‘Trebbiano di Lugana’ or ‘...di Soave’, good examples. Given the slew of pseudonym’s that Trebbiano goes by, it is quite difficult to pinpoint the exact characteristics of this grape variety, and is perhaps better described according to which part of Italy a given Trebbiano wine comes from. In France, it is believed that Trebbiano and Ugni Blanc are one and the same. Here it is mostly used for the production of Cognac, however it has the ability to produce fairly green wines, with lots of freshness, particularly when blended with Colombard. Trebbiano is a versatile variety, the best examples we have tasted are usually fresh, citrus driven easy-drinking styles of wine. Fun Fact: The name ‘Trebbiano’ is attributed to a multitude of grape varieties, some of which are not even related to Trebbiano itself.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards light bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, some fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Abruzzo
country
Italy
Grape type
Trebbiano
Wine Maker
La Calenzana
Alcohol
12%
Vintage
2022
Cellar period
1-3 years
Closure
Cork (Synthetic)
Production method
Conventionally Made
Pairing guide
It’s hard to beat a quality bottle of Trebbiano with your lunch, and this release from La Calenzana is a fantastic example of what a modern Trebbiano can - and should - be. It’s going to be delicious served alongside heartier fish dishes of halibut, monkfish and curried cod, and will work especially well with chicken cooked in cream and mustard. Buttered greens and potatoes, pasta favourites with bacon or guanciale, soft cheeses, avocado salads and smoked fish are all highly recommended here.
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Food

Fajitas

Vegetables

Shellfish

Aperitif

Seafood
Tastes

Bitter

Crisp

Salty

Earthy
Moods

Always A Winner

Any and all

Bored
Seasons

Summer

Spring
Recipe Matches
Wine region

Abruzzo, Italy
Abruzzo is located in the southern central part of Italy, east of Rome. The region not only is amazing to pronounce but also produces amazing wines. The two most famous varieties to come out of Abruzzo are Montepulciano and Trebbiano. The region is also known to be the home of the Maremma, which is a sheep guardian dog. The two famed grape varieties have varied levels of quality with the outstanding examples from Emidio Pepe which are truly sought after.
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