'Santa Chiara' Umbria Bianco 2021 Catalunya fine aromas of fleshy pear

fine aromas of fleshy pear

the wine evolves to reveal notes of spice and mocha

The grapes for this wine are picked at night to maximize freshness and purity of fruit

the wine offers delicate aromas of undergrowth and mushrooms that lead into a rich and complex palate

'Santa Chiara' Umbria Bianco 2021 Catalunya fine aromas of fleshy pearBefore orange wine was hip, there was Paolo Bea's Santa Chiara Umbria Bianco, a skin contact blend of Grechetto, Malvasia, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, and Garganega from the Pagliaro vineyard, a high altitude site of alternating gravel and clay at 1,300 feet. A two week maceration on the lees with no sulfur additions followed by a year on fine lees in stainless steel gives this wine its signature grip and structure. It opens with crushed flower petals,