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Verdicchio is a white grape known for lemon, almond, herbs. Its best-known homes are Marche.
Origin and history
A native grape of the Marche, recorded there since the 16th century; DNA shows it is identical to Trebbiano di Soave and Turbiana.
Where it grows
Marche (Castelli di Jesi, Matelica) and, as Turbiana, in Lugana on Lake Garda.
Structure
Medium body with high acidity; dry, usually unoaked, also sparkling and passito.
Aromas, young and aged
Young: lemon, green apple, almond, fennel and herbs. With age: honey, almond paste and saline, mineral notes.
Ageing
Most is best within 2–4 years; Castelli di Jesi Riserva can age 10–15 years.
Also known as
Trebbiano di Soave, Turbiana, Trebbiano di Lugana.
Good to know
It became famous in the 1950s thanks to Fazi Battaglia's curvy amphora-shaped bottle, and has a characteristic bitter-almond finish.
Wine regions for Verdicchio
Verdicchio wines to try
Real bottles from The Wine Library.
Bucci Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore
Marche · Castelli di Jesi · Verdicchio
Taut and saline: lemon, green almond and herbs, gains depth with age.
Food: Fish soup, grilled sardines, vegetable risotto
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