La Stoppa Ageno Bianco 2019

Country: Italy

Region: Emilia-Romagna

Type: Orange Wine

Grape: Malvasia di Candia Aromatica/Ortrugo/Trebbiano

La Stoppa is a 50 hectare property located in northwest Emilia-Romagna. Founded in the late 19th century by a wealthy lawyer named Gian Marco Ageno, the estate is currently run by Elena Pantaleoni and head vignaiolo Giulio Armani. 32 hectares of vines are planted in Barbera and Bornada for red, as well as a small amount of Malvasia di Candia, Ortrugo and Trebianno for whites.

Organic farming. Four months maceration on skins in stainless steel and/or cement tanks. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, aged in 40 hectoliter wooden tanks and in bottle for a time necessary, no filtration or added  sulfur.

Aromatic and intense, with floral, spice, and dried fruit notes.