Riccitelli

The revitalization of Sémillon in Argentina is an ongoing process, and this wine exemplifies that. It comes from very old vineyards in the Río Negro region, planted in the late 1960s. It's a blend of two Sémillons: 85% aged for 12 months in large oak foudres (large oak barrels) and the remainder aged for three years under a layer of flor yeast. It's a delightful white wine, vibrant and full of fruit, with subtle saline notes imparted by the flor. The firm, crisp acidity defines the texture, which is both round and full-bodied.

Few showcase the importance of߭old vines in Argentina quite like Mattias߭Riccitelli. Intense notes of grapefruit,߭freshly cut grass, orange߭pith and smoke pour out of the߭glass; evocative and really quite߭thrilling. Pure fruited, bright and߭long whilst retaining the slight ruggedness߭of a wine that has yet to߭show its best. Huge potential. FK߭