WINEMAG.COM | 155with bright acidity carrying it along to a brisk finish.
Vino Veritas. —A.P.
abv: 13% Price: $2588
Ciavolich 2015 Fosso Cancelli Pecorino (Col-
line Pescaresi). This barrel-fermented and
aged Pecorino carries aromas of buttered corn ker-
nel, dried sage and lemon oil, with nice concentra-
tion and depth. It is rounded and full on the palate,
with earthy herb and barrel tones rising up over
quiet tones of citrus and melon. Selected Estates of
Europe Ltd. —A.P.
abv: 13% Price: $3088
Fattoria Giuseppe Savini 2018 Colleventano
Pecorino (Colli Aprutini). A well-rounded
nose of melon, peach and sea spray mixes with a
white blossom undertone. This is pleasantly plump
in feel on the palate and displays a nice concentra-
tion of fruit that’s backed up by juicy acidity. First
Tier Imports. —A.P.
abv: 12.5% Price: $1988
Feudo Antico 2017 Pecorino (Tullum).
Defined aromas of lemon and melon meld
with a stony undertone on the nose. It is medium-
bodied on the palate, driven by ripe flavors of pine-
apple and honeydew that are pushed along by bright
acidity. Omniwines Distribution. —A.P.
abv: 13.5% Price: $2588
Feudo Antico 2015 Per Casadonna Pecorino
(Terre Aquilane). There’s sharpness to the
nose, driven by citrus rind and fresh herbs, with
melon riding underneath. Bright, crunchy peach
and creamy melon sit on a zesty river of lemon-lime
acidity on the palate. A tangy element comes in
midway to provide a burst of refreshment, lingering
toward a savory and tangy finish. Omniwines Dis-
tribution. —A.P.
abv: 13% Price: $60TREBBIANO D’ABRUZZO
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Contesa 2017 Trebbiano d’Abruzzo. Concen-
trated aromas of sea spray, fresh ginger, cit-
rus zest and yellow flower grace the delicate nose,
with an earthy element of wash-rind cheese in the
background. The medium-bodied palate is taut
and linear, driven by a tangy mineral element and
broadened out by melon and citrus flavors. Chamo-
mile and more citrus extend on the lingering finish.
Vinifera Imports. —A.P.
abv: 13% Price: $2890
Agriverde 2016 Solàrea (Trebbiano
d’Abruzzo). Energized aromas of pine, flint
and citrus rind are tightly wound yet concentrated
on the nose. There’s ample roundness and weight
on the palate of this barrel-fermented white, with
broad melon and citrus flavors honed by a cleans-
ing saline element and pervasive acidity. Nicola Bis-
cardo Selections. —A.P.
abv: 13.5% Price: $3089
Masciarelli 2018 Trebbiano d’Abruzzo. Aro-
mas of lemon peel, green apple, melon and
chamomile translate to the light-bodied palate. It
is silky upon entry, with persistent, drawing acid-
ity that builds. Ripe fruit flavors mix with a delicate
astringency to give an overall well-balanced appeal.
Vintus LLC. Best Buy. —A.P.
abv: 13% Price: $1488
Cantina Tollo 2018 Biologico (Trebbiano
d’Abruzzo). A pleasing concentration of
peach, melon, candied banana and chamomile show
on the nose. The medium-bodied palate offers juicy
melon and pineapple flavors, propped up by tangy
acidity and a slight saline edge. Vino Veritas. Best
Buy. —A.P.
abv: 12.5% Price: $1088
Talamonti 2018 Trebì (Trebbiano d’Abruzzo).
Aromas of pineapple, kiwi and fresh hops
give a strong start to this wine. It is rounded and
juicy on the palate in tropical and melon flavors,
with tangy acidity pushing through for support. A
crisp, mouthwatering sensation lingers on the fin-
ish, akin to biting into a crisp green apple. Panebi-
anco. Best Buy. —A.P.
abv: 12.5% Price: $1387
Bosco Nestore 2017 Eclipse (Trebbiano
d’Abruzzo). A fruity nose of peach and pine-apple juice carries to the medium-bodied palate.
There’s nice weight and tension to the feel, with
ample acidity pushing through all that fruit-driven
intensity. Noble Wine Imports. —A.P.
abv: 12% Price: $13MONTEPULCIANO D’ABRUZZO
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Contesa 2013 Riserva (Montepulciano
d’Abruzzo). Aromas of spiced blackberry,
cherry and fig offer a solid core to the nose, lifted
by accents of fresh tobacco leaf and tilled earth.
The medium-bodied palate is built by a firm grip
of tannins that house concentrated berry and cigar
flavors, with tangy granite and integrated acid-
ity pushing through. Drink now–2023. Vinifera
Imports. —A.P.
abv: 14% Price: $3692
Masciarelli 2014 Villa Gemma Riserva
(Montepulciano d’Abruzzo). Dense aro-
mas of brandied cherry, coffee, cocoa powder and
anise define the broad, expansive nose. The palate
is equally bold in dark fruit and spice tones, with
impeccable depth and concentration. Firm pillars
of tannin and acidity create a solid structure. This
needs time in bottle for best enjoyment. Drink from- Vintus LLC. Cellar Selection. —A.P.
abv: 14.5% Price: $95