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Passito Romagna Albanca DOCG Passito - 375ml - Albarara - Tenuta Santa Lucia
Tenuta Santa LuciaAlbana Romagna Albana Passito DOCG 375 ml
CHF 18.98−18%(CHF 50.61/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 23.20
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Technical information
- Producer
- Tenuta Santa Lucia
- Name
- Romagna Albana Passito DOCG
- Variety
- Albana
- Gradation
- 13.0%
- Format
- 375 ml
- Aromatic profile
- Honey, dried fruit, apricot, spices
- Vinification method
- Grape drying, partial fermentation
- Aging
- Minimum 6 months
- Type of cask
- Small barrels
- Color
- Intense golden yellow
- Serving temperature
- 10-12°C
- Recommended consumption
- Young, within 5 years
- Pairing
- Desserts, blue cheeses
- Region
- Emilia-Romagna
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Romagna
- Type
- Passito wine
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The Passito Romagna Albana DOCG Passito by Tenuta Santa Lucia is a wine of extraordinary sensory expression, designed for those seeking a golden ribbon that intertwines complexity and elegance. The 375ml bottle holds a precious liquid, obtained from the indigenous Albana grape variety, cultivated with dedication in the fertile lands of Romagna, an area renowned for its rich and diverse winemaking tradition.
This passito version of Albana reveals an intense amber-yellow color, with hues tending towards shimmering gold, as the wine rests and matures under ideal conditions before being bottled. On the nose, the bouquet is truly enchanting, offering complex aromas of dried apricot, figs, acacia honey, and intriguing notes of sweet spices like vanilla and cinnamon.
On the palate, the Passito Romagna Albana DOCG stands out for its perfect balance between sweetness and acidity. The structure is rich and enveloping, with an aromatic persistence that lingers long, always inviting another sip. Sensations of dried fruit and caramel blend with a fresh liveliness that provides a surprisingly refreshing finish.
This wine is ideal as a conclusion to a meal, pairing splendidly with desserts based on dried fruits, blue cheeses, or, more traditionally, with Tuscan cantuccini. A unique tasting experience that elevates any special occasion, allowing one to savor the true essence of Romagna through a glass.
This passito version of Albana reveals an intense amber-yellow color, with hues tending towards shimmering gold, as the wine rests and matures under ideal conditions before being bottled. On the nose, the bouquet is truly enchanting, offering complex aromas of dried apricot, figs, acacia honey, and intriguing notes of sweet spices like vanilla and cinnamon.
On the palate, the Passito Romagna Albana DOCG stands out for its perfect balance between sweetness and acidity. The structure is rich and enveloping, with an aromatic persistence that lingers long, always inviting another sip. Sensations of dried fruit and caramel blend with a fresh liveliness that provides a surprisingly refreshing finish.
This wine is ideal as a conclusion to a meal, pairing splendidly with desserts based on dried fruits, blue cheeses, or, more traditionally, with Tuscan cantuccini. A unique tasting experience that elevates any special occasion, allowing one to savor the true essence of Romagna through a glass.
The winery
Tenuta Santa Lucia
LazioItaliaSince 1979
Winery located in Poggio Mirteto (Province of Rieti) in the Tiber Valley. It produces a range of red, white and sparkling wines made from the typical varieties grown in the estate's vineyards.
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese, Montepulciano, Syrah, Cabernet (Cabernet Sauvignon), Alicante, Carignano, Falanghina, Sauvignon (Sauvignon Blanc), Malvasia, Pecorino, Passerina, Trebbiano
- Located in Poggio Mirteto in the Tiber Valley, an area linked to the production of Colli della Sabina.
- The vineyard and estate area is reported to be approximately 45 hectares.
- Representative wines: Morrone, Domina Sabinae and Elodia.
- Welcomes visits and tastings; also offers lunches and dinners on weekends.
- A wide range of cultivated grape varieties, with both white and red wines and vintage bottles available in the online shop.
The story
The estate was established when the owning family purchased a farmhouse in Sabina and gradually planted vineyards; over time it evolved from producing grapes sold to third parties to bottling its own wines, with a progressive selection of the estate's labels and crus.
Production philosophy
Focused on vineyard care and on highlighting the characteristics of the local terroir: a pursuit of quality in the vineyard and cellar practices aimed at expressing the distinctive character of the grapes and the production site.
Terroir and vineyards
Hilly terrain in the Sabina area, with mixed soils characterized by pebbles and sediments. The location is influenced by the proximity of Monte Soratte and by the geographical area between Rome and the province of Rieti.