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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
In a screw-cap bottle, the organic Sergio Mottura 2011 Poggio della Costa delivers very encouraging results. This is a terrific wine. It is my favorite of the three tasted in a vertical that includes 2023 and 2016. The oldest of the three reveals a waxy, rich mouthfeel enhanced by apricot and dried grapefruit. Its texture is creamy, and there are salty mineral notes to close, along with dried spice and saffron. It finishes on a waxy note but maintains freshness. This is Grechetto magic.
There are hundreds of white grape varieties grown throughout the world. Some are indigenous specialties capable of producing excellent single varietal wines. Each has its own distinct viticultural characteristics, as well as aroma and flavor profiles.
Known as the ancient homeland of the Latins, today there is a vigorus wine industry beyond the city limits of modern, bustling Rome. The Cesanese grape, full of red berry, spice and rose, is responsible for Lazio’s only true local reds. Lazio’s most famous white wine, called Frascati, is based on the local Malvasia del Lazio and Trebbiano Toscana. A sweet version, called Cannellino di Frascati, is also made.