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Valentini, Trebbiano d'Abruzzo 2018
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Reviewed by: Eric Guido
The zesty and wickedly fresh 2018 Trebbiano d’Abruzzo enthralls with a perfumed dusting of confectioners’ spice over a core of lemon confit, lime zest and smoke. This is actually playful and energetic on the palate, packed full of acidity and a sizzling of salty minerals that create a reverberation of tension that travels to your core. A coating of primary concentration lingers on the palate through the lightly structured finale, promising longevity despite the 2018’s undeniably drinkable character today. Frankly, it’s hard not to drink instead of taste.
Reviewed by: Monica Larner
This is a gorgeous wine that will undoubtedly evolve toward additional silkiness and finesse with more bottle age. This is one of the icon wines of Italy, and its reputation has been carefully built over generations. The 2018 Trebbiano d'Abruzzo plays its best cards in the mouth thanks to its seamless and fluid delivery. The wine is creamy and dense with peach cobbler and bakery aromas, yet it's fleeting and ethereal at the same time. There is a lot of movement and dimension to this vintage that saw a cool spring and a hot summer.
Reviewed by: Eric Guido
The zesty and wickedly fresh 2018 Trebbiano d’Abruzzo enthralls with a perfumed dusting of confectioners’ spice over a core of lemon confit, lime zest and smoke. This is actually playful and energetic on the palate, packed full of acidity and a sizzling of salty minerals that create a reverberation of tension that travels to your core. A coating of primary concentration lingers on the palate through the lightly structured finale, promising longevity despite the 2018’s undeniably drinkable character today. Frankly, it’s hard not to drink instead of taste.
About the Producer
The history of the Valentini winery dates back to 1600, when this noble family owned the estate of the same name in the province of Pescara, producing wine, oil, and wheat. Over the centuries, various family members engaged in different activities, but it was in the early 20th century that Edoardo took over management of the estate. He shifted the family's focus to producing top-quality wines, particularly Trebbiano and Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, which continue to be emblematic of the Valentini legacy. Today, the winery is led by Edoardo's son, Francesco Paolo, who describes himself as a “wine artisan.” He has faithfully continued his father’s traditions, striving to produce the same exceptional wines with the same enthusiasm and dedication he had from the very beginning. Francesco Paolo's approach is rooted in artisanal methods, emphasizing respect for nature and allowing the true character of the fruit to shine through. This philosophy includes not filtering the wines, using only the natural yeasts from the skins, and avoiding temperature control in the cellar. His commitment to these practices has helped maintain the winery's historic reputation and quality.
