La Sibilla Falanghina Campi Flegrei 2023

La Sibilla Falanghina Campi Flegrei 2023

Just north of Naples, right on the coast of Campania, there is a very small grape growing area called the Campi Flegrei. The soil is so sandy here that the vines can be planted directly in it, without being grafted to other rootstock. Perhaps it is this very unusual fact that makes these wines so distinctive, along with the great care given to the vines and the wine by Luigi di Meo and his family.

This is a very distinctive example of how delicious Campanian white wines can be. It delivers a crisp minerally character while also showing appealing aromas and flavors of citrus, flowers, and tarragon. This is an excellent seafood wine. I also drink it as a dry aperitif, with olives and salami, while deciding what to make for dinner.

Region: Campania, Italy

Appellation: Campi Flegrei DOC

Grapes: 100% Falanghina Flegrea

Farming: Practicing Organic

Age of vines: Planted between 1985 and 2000

Maceration & Fermentation: Controlled low temperature fermentation in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts

Aging: 6 months on the lees in stainless steel