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Malvasia del Lazio

  • Malvasia col Puntino
  • Malvasia Gentile
  • Malvasia Puntinata

White

  • In 2011, amendments to the legal requirements for making Frascati and Frascati Cannellino were implemented, stipulating that the blend must consist of a minimum of 70% Malvasia del Lazio. This adjustment aimed to incentivize vineyard plantings and enhance the quality of the wines produced.

  • When allowed to fully ripen, the Malvasia del Lazio grapes exhibit a distinctive appearance, resembling clusters speckled with tiny dots akin to measles.

  • Presently, no officially recognized clones of Malvasia del Lazio are available, underscoring the unique and authentic nature of the varietal.

Malvasia del Lazio offers a bounty of bright, dry white wines characterized by evocative notes of sage and luscious ripe yellow fruit. These wines boast a distinctive, creamy texture, almost resinous in nature, that adds depth and richness to each sip.

This grape variety also demonstrates an affinity for noble rot, resulting in wines of luxurious thickness and creaminess. Abundant in refreshing acidity, these wines burst with flavors of ripe peach, succulent mango, tropical banana, and vibrant passionfruit, creating a sensory experience that delights the palate with each nuanced sip.

Visual Flavour Profiles:

Sage leaves
Sage leaves
Yellow Apple
Yellow Apple
Peach
Peach
Mango
Mango
Banana
Banana
Passionfruit
Passionfruit

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