Bastianich
Vespa Bianco 2021
| Denomination | IGT Venezia Giulia |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Friuli-Venezia Giulia (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 45% Chardonnay, 45% Sauvignon, 10% Picolit |
| Aging | At the end of fermentation, with most of the yeasts retained, a long period of bâtonnage begins; this is followed by bottling and subsequent ageing in the bottle before being released for sale. |
- Identity: Still white wine Venezia Giulia IGT 2021, 0.75 L bottle
- Grape blend: 45% Chardonnay, 45% Sauvignon, 10% Picolit; alcohol content 13.5%
- Vinification: separate fermentations; half in steel and half in oak; prolonged bâtonnage
- Profile: notes of beeswax, preserved apricot, broom and honey; intense minerality
- Pairings and longevity: ideal with shellfish and mature cheeses; ageing potential 7–10 years
Description
What kind of wine it is
Vespa Bianco is a still white wine from Bastianich, a profound expression of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia terroir. It is a complex blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon and Picolit from the Venezia Giulia area, created to stand the test of time. The bouquet opens with clear notes of apricot in spirit, beeswax, broom and honey. On the palate, it is complex and enveloping, driven by a lively minerality that brings freshness and elegance. Its substantial texture makes it ideal for pairing with shellfish and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The vineyard stretches across the hills of Premariacco and Cividale, in the province of Udine, at altitudes between 60 and 130 metres. The optimal sun exposure ensures perfect ripening of the grapes. The soil composition, characterised by calcareous Eocene marl, imparts a savoury and persistent character. As the flagship project of the estate, this white demonstrates the enormous potential of the Friulian terroir, confirming a marked propensity for longevity.
How it is produced
The harvest takes place in accordance with the ripening times of each grape variety. After careful selection, the bunches are gently pressed. Fermentation occurs separately for each variety: part in stainless steel at controlled temperature and the other in oak barrels. Afterwards, the wine undergoes a long ageing on the lees using the bâtonnage technique, which enhances its volume and silkiness. Resting in the cellar finally allows the wine to develop a harmonious and structured flavour profile.
History and Curiosities
Born in 1997 on the hills of Premariacco and Cividale, Vespa Bianco by Bastianich is a symbol of excellence from Friuli-Venezia Giulia. This ambitious flagship label demonstrates how Friulian whites possess an extraordinary ageing potential, capable of competing with the finest in global oenology. Overseen by oenologist Emilio del Medico, the 2021 vintage confirms exceptional longevity, already celebrated by prestigious international accolades, including outstanding scores of 92/100 awarded by James Suckling and Robert Parker.
Awards
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2021
92/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
92/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2021
2One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2021
3Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1997
- Oenologist: Emilio del Medico
- Bottles produced: 220.000
- Hectares: 27
| Name | Bastianich Vespa Bianco 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Venezia Giulia IGT |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 45% Chardonnay, 45% Sauvignon, 10% Picolit |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Friuli-Venezia Giulia |
| Vendor | Bastianich |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in 1997 on the hills of Premariacco and Cividale, Vespa Bianco by Bastianich is a symbol of excellence from Friuli-Venezia Giulia. This ambitious flagship label demonstrates how Friulian whites possess an extraordinary ageing potential, capable of competing with the finest in global oenology. Overseen by oenologist Emilio del Medico, the 2021 vintage confirms exceptional longevity, already celebrated by prestigious international accolades, including outstanding scores of 92/100 awarded by James Suckling and Robert Parker. |
| Origin | Hills of Premariacco and Cividale (Udine) |
| Soil composition | Calcareous-based Eocene marl |
| Plants per hectare | 4,000-8,000 |
| Yield per hectare | 6,000-7,000 kg/hectare |
| Harvest | Dalla prima decade di settembre alla seconda decade di ottobre |
| Production technique | Fermentation of the varieties separately (approximately 50% in stainless steel at controlled temperature and approximately 50% in oak barrels), prolonged contact with the lees with bâtonnage, ageing in bottle |
| Wine making | Each grape variety is harvested separately upon reaching optimal ripeness; the grapes are selected on sorting tables and gently pressed to obtain a free-run must and a press must. The two batches of must are then combined to start alcoholic fermentation. The varieties ferment separately: approximately 50% in stainless steel at controlled temperature and about 50% in oak barrels of 5 and 40 hectolitres; after fermentation, the wine remains in contact with most of the lees with a long period of bâtonnage, then it is bottled and aged in bottle before being released for sale. |
| Aging | At the end of fermentation, with most of the yeasts retained, a long period of bâtonnage begins; this is followed by bottling and subsequent ageing in the bottle before being released for sale. |
| Year production | 220000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |