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2025 Colleleva Italian White "Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi"

Colleleva 2025 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi

Winery: Colleleva

Vintage: 2025

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi"

Wine Category: Italian White

Grape blend: 100% Verdicchio

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Marche

State or country: Italy

Price: $19

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 91 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: August 31, 2026

Wine Review: This clear and very pale straw-colored Verdicchio from Colleleva is a very good value. It opens with a very fragrant sea breeze and green tea bouquet with hints of lime. On the palate, this wine is light plus bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round, and fresh. The flavor profile is a green tea, and lime blend with notes of stone dust. I also detected hints of fennel. The finish is dry, and its flavors and acidity are pleasantly refreshing. I would pair this Verdicchio with Gordon Ramsay's pan-seared Chilean sea bass. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Colleleva Verdichio dei Castelli di Jesi represents the pinnacle of Italian white wine craftsmanship from the Marche region. This 2025 vintage showcases the distinctive character of Verdicchio grapes grown in the prestigious Castelli di Jesi denomination, known for producing wines of remarkable freshness and mineral complexity. Expect vibrant citrus and green apple notes with subtle herbaceous undertones, complemented by a crisp acidity that defines this varietal. The wine's elegant structure and clean finish make it an ideal pairing for seafood, light pasta dishes, and fresh cheeses. Its versatility extends to aperitif service, where its refreshing profile truly shines. Colleleva's commitment to traditional winemaking methods ensures authenticity in every bottle. This is a wine for those who appreciate the nuanced expression of terroir and the timeless appeal of Italian white wine excellence.

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