Falanghina

Falanghina wines show a delicate nose with floral, fruity and mineral aromas, due to the volcanic origin of the cultivation land. In the mouth they normally present a soft palate, with excellent acidity and notes of fresh white fruit and flowers such as:

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  Burning Rubber

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  Cinnamon

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  Burnt Toast

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  Green Apple

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  Pear

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  Elderflower

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  Serving temperature:

  10-12°C
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  Glass type:

  Chardonnay Glass
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  Suggested time in Decanter:

  Not needed
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  Lasting period once open:

  3-5 days
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  Storing time in cellar:

  1-2 years

• Price average:

  £10-12

• Best pairing with pasta:

  pasta with burst cherry tomatoes

• Best pairing with risotto & rice:

  seafood risotto

• Best pairing with meat:

  roasted chicken

• Best pairing with fish:

  shellfish

• Best pairing with cheese:

  buffalo mozzarella

• Top 3 cuisines that pair well:

  Italian, Spanish, Greek

• Falanghina

  The vast majority of Falanghina still wines are vinified as a single-variety, generally aged in steel and bottled after a few months from the harvest. The wines from volcanic sub-zones, such as the Taburno and the Campi Flegrei, show an excellent minerality.

• Sparkling Falanghina

  Falanghina is also used for the production of sparkling wines through Charmat or Classic method. The sparkling versions are often more delicate and overall less complex than the still ones.

• Late harvest / Sweet Falanghina

  Most of the Falanghina sweet versions are produced leaving the grapes on the vine longer than usual. The wines present an intense, almost golden color and soft notes of honey and apricot with a floral background.

According to experts, the vine dates back to the 1st century BC, and seems to have settled in Campania in Roman times, adapting immediately to the climate and the composition of the soil.

The wine was highly appreciated by Pliny the Elder and the Roman emperors. It was also consumed by the royal court of Naples and included in the papal wine list.

In more recent times, Falanghina wine has met with the favour of most consumers, especially after the introduction in the 90’s of specific appellation laws that have helped producers to focus on the excellent quality of single-varietals wines.

With its Mediterranean character, Falanghina is a white wine to be drunk young, suitable for everyday dining and particularly appreciated for its excellent value for money and versatility. It goes well with a large number of dishes, especially fish-based.