Eteria

2010 Umbria Grechetto, Chardonnay

Mediterranean Eteria is a captivating white wine that beautifully reveals the essence of Umbria. This 2010 vintage, crafted from a harmonious blend of Grechetto and Chardonnay, showcases a medium-bodied profile that invites exploration. The acidity is refreshing, offering a bright and lively character that enhances the wine's overall appeal. Fruit intensity emerges prominently with delightful notes of ripe stone fruits and subtle citrus, creating a well-rounded flavor experience. With a delicate balance, the wine is dry, making it an excellent choice for various culinary pairings. Mediterranean Eteria embodies the essence of its origin, reflecting the region's unique terroir and winemaking traditions.

Tasting notes:

Honey

Citrus Blossom

White Peach

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:

Umbria

While not as famous as Piedmont or Tuscany, Umbria offers some exceptional wines for the intrepid explorer. The "green heart of Italy," Umbria is the only region in Italy that neither borders the sea nor another country. Among its ruggedly beautiful hillsides and forests are 13 wine-producing areas, growing a wealth of grape varieties. Most common is Sangiovese, which is sometimes blended with Umbria's unique red grape, Sagrantino. This grape is responsible for some incredibly dense and tannic wines. But Umbria is probably best understood through its zesty dry whites, especially Orvieto, a blend of Grechetto and Trebbiano that is typically unoaked and bursting with complex fruity flavor. The IGP (Indicazione Geografica Protetta) classification within Italy's winegrowing and winemaking world specifically links the place or region where the fruit was grown to the quality of the finished product. It is the broadest of the classifications within the country's system.

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