COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Vermentino
PRODUCER
Cà du Ferrà
REGION
Liguria
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Luccicante is the flagship Vermentino produced by Cà du Ferrà, a winery nestled in the rugged hills of Colline di Levanto, Liguria. Founded by Davide Zoppi and Giuseppe Aieta, the estate is renowned for its 'heroic viticulture,' cultivating vines on steep, terraced cliffs overlooking the Ligurian Sea. The name 'Luccicante' translates to 'shining' or 'glittering,' reflecting the brilliant golden hue of the wine and the sun's reflection on the nearby sea. This wine represents a passionate revival of local winemaking traditions, combining organic farming with a deep respect for the unique coastal terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€30
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The vineyards are classified under 'heroic viticulture' due to the extreme steepness of the terraced cliffs overlooking the Ligurian Sea.
Fact 02
Luccicante was awarded the prestigious '5 Grappoli' (Five Grapes) by Bibenda, the highest accolade in Italian wine journalism.
Fact 03
The winery Cà du Ferrà is deeply committed to biodiversity, maintaining olive groves and honeybees alongside their organic vineyards.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for Luccicante are hand-harvested from steep, terraced vineyards to ensure optimal selection. After gentle pressing, the must undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the vibrant primary fruit and mineral characteristics of the Vermentino grape. The wine is aged on its fine lees in stainless steel for several months, enhancing its complexity, texture, and depth without the influence of oak, maintaining a pure expression of the coastal terroir.
