Castello di Torre in Pietra Elephas Bianco 2022

2022 Elephas Bianco
Castello di Torre in Pietra
Lazio, Italy

Grape varieties
Equal parts Trebbiano, Vermentino, Fiano

ABV
12.5%

Soil
Loose, sandy soils

Vinification
The three varieties are harvested and vinified separately, aged on the fine lees for two months and then blended by the end of December.

Refinement
In stainless steel tank, then in bottle for 3 months.

Tasting Note (9/2023)
Light straw and a lighter edge. Medium+ and very aromatic, this shows ripe citrus and fresh stone fruits, mandarins, limes and peaches, with orange blossom and a light mineral edge.  The palate is generous, fresh and flat out delicous.  Uncomplicated, this packs a ton of character and good complexity for the money.  Why anyone drinks a typical Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc I have no idea, this crushes anything in this price category I have had in some time.