Mezzogiorno Morella 2023

Morella's Mezzogiorno is surprising. How to find a Fiano grown in the heart of Salento on red soil. A truly excellent Fiano, produced with very low yields by the Morella winery, is a splendid biodynamic reality that has reached the heights of southern viticulture.

From a selection of two old Fiano vines located directly in Campania, derive clones planted with sapling vines in a parcel close to those of Primitivo, near Manduria. Red soil on a limestone rock substrate with widespread quartz veins. After the pressing stage through the traditional vertical press, they must undergoes static decantation. Subsequently, fermentation alcoholic spontaneous in tonneaux and cement, through indigenous yeasts only, is initiated. Finally, wine ageing takes place in a barrel for a period of 7 months.

The Noon to the eye has a bright straw yellow colour, reminiscent of the light that colours the vineyard on spring days. The range of aromas seduces with floral and fruity references, combined with a background of sweet spices and marine nuances. The palate confirms itself as elegant and balanced, fresh and mineral. It refreshes and, at the same time, envelops the sip thanks to its full and fleshy texture. A truly expressive white wine of rare elegance. Bewitching starts with its name. Midday, when the sun is highest in the sky, and the light warms Salento during the hottest days.