Tavignano Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore

Winemaker Tavignano on the winery

“At Tenuta di Tavignano, we work in the rolling hills of Le Marche, in eastern Italy. We feel a strong connection to this region and to Verdicchio, the grape that has grown here for centuries. Our vineyards surround Cingoli, in a landscape shaped by both the Apennines and the Adriatic Sea. We pay close attention to our soils, vineyard sites and grape quality. Our aim is to make wines that express their origins: fresh and lively, yet with enough structure and character to shine at the table.”

And on Marche, Italy

“Our Verdicchio comes from the hills of Le Marche, where the grapes benefit from varying elevations and cooling breezes from the Adriatic Sea. The term Classico refers to the original production area of Castelli di Jesi, while Superiore sets additional requirements for the wine, including a higher minimum alcohol level and greater extract. We make this wine from Verdicchio, a grape that combines freshness with distinctive structure. In the glass, green apple, ripe peach and exotic fruit are joined by floral notes and the characteristic almond-like bitterness on the finish. It is juicy and rounded, with fresh acidity and a persistent flavour. A lovely match for fish, shellfish and antipasti.”