COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2025
GRAPE
Greco Bianco
PRODUCER
Società Agricola Scala
REGION
Calabria
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The history of the Scala estate dates back to the 17th century when the family originally grew olives and citrus. In 1949, grandfather Antonio Scala transformed the estate into a dedicated winery focusing on local Calabrian grape varieties. Today, the estate is run by his grandson, Francesco Scala, who has modernized the winery's tools while maintaining traditional organic farming practices. Located in the historic Cirò appellation, the vineyards benefit from their close proximity to the Ionian Sea, producing wines that reflect this unique coastal terroir.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Scala family has farmed this land since the 17th century, originally cultivating olives and citrus before transitioning to wine in 1949.
Fact 02
Calabrian Greco Bianco is genetically distinct from Campania's famous Greco di Tufo, offering a unique coastal profile.
Fact 03
The 2025 vintage was awarded the prestigious '2 Bicchieri Rossi' (Two Red Glasses) by Gambero Rosso, reaching the final tasting round.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are hand-harvested during the first half of September from south and southeast-facing vineyards planted in 1997 on clay-sand soils. Following a gentle soft pressing, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks at 16°C to 18°C using selected yeast strains to preserve varietal typicity. The wine is aged for four months on its fine lees in stainless steel tanks, followed by a short resting period in the bottle prior to release, completely avoiding oak contact to maintain its fresh, crisp character.
