Santa Barbara
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Stefano Antonucci 2024
| Denomination | DOC Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Marche (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Verdicchio Bianco |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barriques. |
- Name: Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi with controlled designation of origin Classico Superiore, 2023 harvest
- Format and strength: 0.75 litre bottle, 13.5% alcohol; contains sulphites
- Vinification: Four weeks in steel followed by ageing in French oak barriques
- Profile: Intense yellow colour with golden highlights; aromas of ripe and exotic fruit
- Taste and pairings: Savoury and full flavour, citrus finish; ideal with fish, cheese and poultry
Description
What kind of wine it is
Stefano Antonucci Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore from Santa Barbara is a still white wine from the Marche region, made exclusively from Verdicchio grapes. In the glass, it reveals an intense yellow colour with bright golden highlights, introducing an aromatic profile where distinct notes of exotic fruit stand out. On the palate, it is savoury and full-bodied, enriched by an elegant citrus finish. Its robust structure makes it the ideal companion for fish dishes, cheeses, poultry, and flavourful white meats whenever a wine with character is desired.
Where it comes from
This wine is produced in Barbara, in the Marche region, within an outstanding hilly area. The vineyards are located at around 260 metres above sea level and benefit from their proximity to the Adriatic Sea and optimal east and south-east exposures. The roots delve into medium-textured clay soils, which are directly responsible for the pronounced savouriness and solid taste structure. The Santa Barbara winery, situated between the Misa and Nevola rivers within an ancient monastery, enhances the authenticity of Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore.
How it is produced
The winemaking process begins with meticulous fermentation in stainless steel at a constant temperature, lasting four weeks. Afterwards, the wine matures through careful ageing in French oak barrels. The targeted use of woods of different sizes allows the evolving aromas to integrate with great balance, providing depth without ever overshadowing the lively fruity expression. The result is a profound glass, where the enveloping structure harmoniously blends with the citrus freshness typical of the grape variety.
History and Curiosities
Born in the heart of the Marche region from a passionate wager, this Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi proudly bears the name of Stefano Antonucci, founder of the Santa Barbara winery. Located in an ancient monastery between the Misa and Nevola rivers, the estate enhances the richness of the grape variety through skilful maturation in French oak barriques. This process balances the complexity of the wood with the fruit's aromas, resulting in an excellence awarded with the Bibenda 5 bunches. A genuine tribute to the region for a superior tasting experience.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 1984
- Oenologist: Pierluigi Lorenzetti
- Bottles produced: 950.000
- Hectares: 45
set up in a nearby village. Since then, that village took the name of Barbara which is where our winery is located today, having the privilege of being housed in an old monastery.
Our winery is located 25 km from the Adriatic Sea and is located on the hills that run between the Misa and Nevola rivers. Here a team of professionals works in the winery and vineyards every day, fuelled by passion, determination and a pinch of creativity so that our grapes maintain their beauty and express the quality of our land. Read more
| Name | Santa Barbara Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Stefano Antonucci 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Verdicchio Bianco |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Marche |
| Vendor | Santa Barbara |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in the heart of the Marche region from a passionate wager, this Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi proudly bears the name of Stefano Antonucci, founder of the Santa Barbara winery. Located in an ancient monastery between the Misa and Nevola rivers, the estate enhances the richness of the grape variety through skilful maturation in French oak barriques. This process balances the complexity of the wood with the fruit's aromas, resulting in an excellence awarded with the Bibenda 5 bunches. A genuine tribute to the region for a superior tasting experience. |
| Origin | Barbara (Ancona), Marche, Italia |
| Soil composition | Medium-textured, clayey soils |
| Fermentation | Four weeks |
| Production technique | Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by ageing in French oak barriques |
| Wine making | La vinificazione dura quattro settimane e avviene in serbatoi di acciaio con un controllo costante della temperatura. |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barriques. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |