Ancestrale Pecorino - Lunaria

Ancestrale Pecorino - LunariaThe Ancestrale Pecorino - Lunaria presents itself in the glass with a bright straw yellow and delicate golden reflections. This first impression alone arouses curiosity for the next sip. On the nose, it unfolds an intense yet clearly defined bouquet that brings the character of Abruzzo straight into the glass. Fresh notes of lemon and orange are the first to emerge, juicy and precise. They are joined by a fine scent of dried hay, reminiscent of sunny slopes and warm summer evenings. Subtle hints of grapefruit, white peach and a touch of Mediterranean herbs complete the picture. A delicate floral veil, like chamomile and white blossoms, lies over it and adds extra elegance. On the palate, the Ancestrale Pecorino - Lunaria is dry, straightforward and very animating. The texture remains light, yet glides over the tongue with an appealing juiciness. The lively acidity runs finely through the entire progression and carries the citrus aromas powerfully to the fore. Nothing seems intrusive; everything remains in harmony with the delicate fruit. The Pecorino grape variety fully brings out its typical freshness and spiciness. On the palate, in addition to lemon and orange, the connoisseur discovers notes of lime, yellow apple and a touch of Williams pear. A delicate salty minerality is reminiscent of sparse soils and the cool breeze from the mountains of Abruzzo. On the finish, hay, Mediterranean herbs and a hint of almond peel reappear, providing an exciting, slightly bitter kick. This wine shows a very clear profile. It appears fruit-driven, fresh and at the same time structured. The light texture combines with a taut acidity to create a wonderfully easy-drinking style. The aromas remain precise; the finish lingers from medium to long, with deep citrus freshness and subtle spice. Its origin in Abruzzo and the subregion Terre di Chieti strongly shapes its character. The interplay of Adriatic influence and mountain sites provides cool nights and sunny days. This results in grapes with intense aromas and good structure. Pecorino in this area achieves an impressive balance of ripeness and freshness. The strength of the wine is revealed in several facets that complement each other ideally: radiant citrus fruit with a focus on lemon and orange intriguing spiciness with notes of hay and Mediterranean herbs clear, lively acidity and light mouthfeel subtle minerality with a salty accent vegan, organic-certified character for conscious enjoyment The result is a white wine that appeals both to newcomers and experienced wine lovers. In the glass, it reveals its facets in stages. First the citrus freshness, then hay, blossoms and herbs, and finally a fine, bitter grip. Each sip invites another. The Ancestrale Pecorino - Lunaria is therefore ideal as an animating food companion or as a fresh soloist on the terrace. For a quick overview of style and experience, this small guide is useful: Aroma: citrus, orange, hay, white blossoms Palate: dry, light, taut, citrus-driven Structure: lively acidity, fine grip, salty note Style: fresh, fruity, precise, interpreted in a modern way Occasion: aperitif, food companion, stylish gift Production of Ancestrale Pecorino by Lunaria The grapes for this Pecorino come from the Terre di Chieti region in Abruzzo. The vineyards lie between the Adriatic coast and the mountains and benefit from strong temperature differences. Warm days ripen the grapes, cool nights provide freshness and fine acid structures. The soils are rich in limestone and clay, partly with stony components, which shape the wine’s mineral expression. Pecorino as a grape variety stands for character and authenticity in Abruzzo. It brings citrus-driven freshness, herbal spice and a fine, natural structure to the wine. In this single-varietal expression it plays out its strengths directly and unadulterated. The clear focus is on origin and terroir, without excessive cellar technology. The harvest is carried out carefully at the ideal ripeness, when the grapes offer full aromas and stable acidity. The winemakers select the harvested fruit strictly and pay attention to clean, aromatic berries. This already creates in the vineyard the foundation for the precise, clear style of the wine. In the cellar, Lunaria relies on gentle processing. The grapes are quickly brought to the press, where a gentle pressing program finely controls the juice yield. A short maceration time increases the aromatic density and releases delicate phenolics from the grape skins, which later shape structure and grip on the palate. Fermentation is temperature-controlled, mostly in stainless steel tanks. Must fermented at cooler temperatures preserves the fresh fruit and fine citrus aromas. The avoidance of heavily toasted wooden barrels preserves clarity and lightness. This lets the Pecorino appear without disguise, exciting and authentic. Depending on the vintage, the wine then rests for a certain time on the fine lees. This adds extra creaminess without overl...