Mezzodi

2008 Bolgheri White Blend

Batzella Mezzodi is a captivating white blend from the renowned Bolgheri region, known for its exceptional terroir that beautifully influences the character of its wines. The 2008 vintage showcases a luminous straw-yellow color that invites you in with its vibrant appearance. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of light-bodied elegance and refreshing acidity, making it a delightful choice for a variety of occasions. The fruit intensity is prominent, highlighting enticing notes of citrus and stone fruits that dance gracefully alongside subtle hints of floral undertones. This wine is bone dry, allowing the purity of its flavors to shine, while the texture presents a pleasingly delicate finish. Enjoying Batzella Mezzodi is an experience that will elevate any gathering, celebrating the unique expression of Bolgheri's fabulous winemaking tradition.

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:

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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