At a glance

Producer

Fattoria San Lorenzo

Region

Marche, Italy

Grape variety

Verdicchio

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$15-$25

Tasting profile

Crisp green apple, lemon zest, slight almond notes with fresh herbal hints.

Evolution: Will develop nutty and richer stone fruit characteristics around peak years.

At peak: Balanced, lively acidity with layered stone fruit and minerality before gradual decline in freshness.

Structure

Acidity

High

Tannins

None (white wine)

Alcohol

12.5%-13%

Aging potential

Good short to mid-term aging (up to 5 years), typical for quality Verdicchio

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2023 to 2025

Optimal window

2022 to 2026

Current status

Approaching peak drinkability

Current condition

Fresh with bright acidity and developing complexity

This Verdicchio, being a quality example from a reputable producer in Marche, benefits from its naturally high acidity and moderate alcohol for mid-term aging. While it is best enjoyed young for freshness, there is sufficient structure to allow the wine to gain some complexity over 3-5 years.

Food pairing

Ideal with seafood (grilled fish, shellfish), light pasta dishes, fresh cheeses, and vegetable-based cuisine.

Serving

Serving temperature

8-10°C (46-50°F)

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Typical regional practices emphasizing soil health, minimal chemical inputs, limited irrigation; small bottle production limits packaging waste

While lacking formal certifications, Fattoria San Lorenzo is a small producer in Marche known for careful vineyard management with sustainable intent, limited use of synthetic chemicals, and small-scale production. These factors contribute to a moderate sustainability score of 6 out of 10. The carbon footprint is mitigated somewhat by local sourcing of grapes and moderate exports. Packaging is standard but not excessive.