Achenio

2008 Bolgheri White Blend

Campo Alla Sughera Achenio is a delightful white blend from the prestigious Bolgheri region, known for its luxurious and expressive wines. This vintage showcases a medium body, perfectly balancing richness with a refreshing quality. The acidity is vibrant and mouthwatering, adding a pleasant liveliness that invigorates the palate. With its prominent fruit intensity, this white blend bursts with notes of stone fruit and citrus, revealing layers of complexity. The wine is beautifully dry, showcasing a refined elegance that elevates its character. As you savor this exquisite offering, you'll appreciate its thoughtful craftsmanship and the unique terroir of Bolgheri, which harmonizes to create a truly memorable tasting experience.

Tasting notes:

Honey

Citrus Blossom

White Peach

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:

Bolgheri

The birthplace of cult wine Sassicaia and the "Super Tuscan" movement, Bolgheri DOC is a fascinating recent addition to Italian wine history. For fans of silky Bordeaux-style reds, Bolgheri's nonconformist blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Sangiovese are second to none. Lying in a coastal area of central Tuscany called Alta Maremma (which was swampland until it was drained in the 1930s), Bolgheri's sloping, gravelly terroir is quite distinct from the Chianti hills. A local winemaker planted Bordeaux grapes here after WWII, and in 1978 his Sassicaia won first place at a blind tasting of Bordeaux wines. The rest is history. Bolgheri's Vermentino-based whites, while less famous, are also well worth seeking out. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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