Ippolito Greco Bianco 'Mare Chiaro' Ciro DOC 2023
(Calabria, Italy)

About the Winery:
In 1845, Vincenzo Ippolito stamped his initials on a country house that sat amongst vineyards, olive groves, and orange trees in the heart of the Marina of Ciro. With a 160+ year old history, Ippolito is Calabria’s oldest winery. Located in the historic center of Ciro Marina, the heart of Calabrian wine-growing, the company maintains a farm of over 100 hectares that are distributed amongst rolling hills and sunny plains near the Ionian Sea.

At the forefront of the company’s mission is the restoration and enhancement of indigenous grapes such Gaglioppo, Calabrese and Pecorello. Through constant research, the use of innovative techniques, and direct control throughout the entire production process, Ippolito wines convey elegance and a strong identity with their territory. The company believes in preserving their environment by using sustainable farming and winemaking methods. Today, Ippolito produces 120,000 bottles per year under 14 labels and is present in four continents.

About the Wine

Profile:

Bright straw yellow with pale green notes. crystalline, it comprises an intense,
persistent aroma of ripe tropical fruit, pear, peach and white flowers. The taste is fresh and Mediterranean with a pleasantly saline finish.

Pairing:
Excellent with raw fish, pasta, grilled fish and white meats.

Vinification:
Varietal: 100% Greco Bianco

Production: it comes from the blend of grapes harvested in 2 different steps, in order to enhance the freshness and the aroma by the first harvest, structure by the second one. It's aged for 4 months in steel tanks.

Soil: Sandy and limestone

Aging: Stainless steel tanks only, on the fine lees