Denavolo, 'Catavela' Bianco 2020

A melange of Italian citrus and orchard fruits alongside light herbal edge.

Denavolo is located in the Appenine Mountain range, running down the spine of Italy. Winemaker Giulio Armani spent time at the legendary natural producer La Stoppa before establishing his own operation. Catavela is an orange wine made from a field blend of varieties including Malvasia, Ortrugo, Marsanne, Trebbiano, Santa Maria, and Sauvignon Blanc. Amazing texture, grip and moreish persistence. The fruit profile is a melange of Italian citrus and orchard fruits alongside light herbal edge.

Producer: Denavolo

Region/Country: Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Grape/s: Malvasia, Ortrugo, Marsanne, Trebbiano, Santa Maria, Sauvignon Blanc

Production Method: Natural. 5 days skin contact prior to wild yeast fermentation and 8 months ageing on lees. No sulphur additions

Style: Orange wine. Tangy and textural

Pairing Suggestion: Savoury dishes, vegetable dishes