COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Verdeca
PRODUCER
L'Archetipo
REGION
Puglia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Verdeca Sette Lune is a white wine from Puglia, Italy, produced by L'Archetipo. It is made from 100% Verdeca grapes and falls under the Puglia IGP classification. The winery is known for its commitment to synergistic agriculture, a farming philosophy that emphasizes the interconnectedness of the vineyard ecosystem and minimal intervention. L'Archetipo is a family-run estate founded by Valentino Dibenedetto, who is inspired by natural farming principles. The region of Puglia, particularly the Salento peninsula, provides a warm climate and specific soil types that contribute to the wine's character. The 2021 vintage reflects the conditions of that year in the region.
ALCOHOL
11.5%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
L'Archetipo practices 'synergistic agriculture,' a philosophy inspired by natural farming pioneers.
Fact 02
The winery is recognized by the Triple 'A' (Agricoltori Artigiani Artisti) manifesto for authentic winemaking.
Fact 03
Verdeca is an ancient grape variety with roots in Southern Italy.
Fact 04
The name 'Sette Lune' translates to 'Seven Moons,' hinting at a connection to natural cycles.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Verdeca Sette Lune is produced from 100% Verdeca grapes grown on vines that are 22 years old. The vineyard is managed using synergistic agriculture, a method that avoids chemical inputs and focuses on ecosystem balance. Vinification involves fermentation with indigenous yeasts, a practice that allows the natural microflora of the vineyard to influence the wine's character. L'Archetipo's winemaking approach emphasizes minimal intervention in the cellar, aiming to preserve the purity of the grape and the expression of the terroir. The wine is classified as Puglia IGP.
