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Critone Val di Neto Calabria IGT - Magnum - Librandi 2024
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Format: 150 cl
$28.73
Recommended price: $34.57
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Technical information
Producer
|
Librandi |
Name
|
Calabria IGT |
Variety
|
Gaglioppo, Greco Nero |
Vintage
|
2024 |
Gradation
|
12.5% |
Format
|
150 cl |
 Aromatic profile |
Red fruits, spices, balsamic notes |
Vinification method
|
Steel fermentation, skin maceration |
Region
|
Calabria |
Production area
|
Val di Neto |
Country
|
Italy |
Type
|
Red wine |
Aging
|
6-12 months |
Type of cask
|
Steel and wood |
 Color |
Intense ruby red |
Serving temperature
|
16-18°C |
Recommended consumption
|
2-5 years |
Pairing
|
Red meats, roasts, aged cheeses |
The Critone Val di Neto Calabria IGT - Magnum from the Librandi winery is a white wine that perfectly embodies the elegance and character of Southern Italy, specifically Calabria. This wine is primarily made from Chardonnay grapes, with a small percentage of Sauvignon Blanc, offering a rich and complex flavor profile.
In the glass, Critone presents a bright straw yellow color with greenish highlights. The nose opens with intense aromas of tropical fruits and citrus, balanced by slightly floral notes and a pleasant hint of fresh grass. These aromas harmoniously blend with suggestions of vanilla and almond, due to the brief aging in wooden barrels that the wine undergoes.
On the palate, Critone is lively and fresh, with a good acidity that enhances its ripe fruit flavors and provides a balanced structure. The finish is persistent and aromatic, with a lingering aftertaste reminiscent of citrus and white-fleshed fruits.
Served at a temperature of 10-12°C, Critone Val di Neto is ideal for pairing with fish dishes, shellfish, white meats, and fresh cheeses. It is also excellent as an aperitif.
The Magnum bottle, with its 1.5-liter capacity, is perfect for sharing on special occasions, ensuring that each sip remains fresh and inviting due to greater thermal inertia compared to standard bottles.
In summary, Critone Val di Neto IGT - Magnum by Librandi is a wine that offers a truly sensory experience, reflecting the authenticity and passion of Calabrian viticulture.
In the glass, Critone presents a bright straw yellow color with greenish highlights. The nose opens with intense aromas of tropical fruits and citrus, balanced by slightly floral notes and a pleasant hint of fresh grass. These aromas harmoniously blend with suggestions of vanilla and almond, due to the brief aging in wooden barrels that the wine undergoes.
On the palate, Critone is lively and fresh, with a good acidity that enhances its ripe fruit flavors and provides a balanced structure. The finish is persistent and aromatic, with a lingering aftertaste reminiscent of citrus and white-fleshed fruits.
Served at a temperature of 10-12°C, Critone Val di Neto is ideal for pairing with fish dishes, shellfish, white meats, and fresh cheeses. It is also excellent as an aperitif.
The Magnum bottle, with its 1.5-liter capacity, is perfect for sharing on special occasions, ensuring that each sip remains fresh and inviting due to greater thermal inertia compared to standard bottles.
In summary, Critone Val di Neto IGT - Magnum by Librandi is a wine that offers a truly sensory experience, reflecting the authenticity and passion of Calabrian viticulture.
The winery
Librandi – Winery in Calabria
Discover the story and wines of Librandi.
A family-owned Calabrian winery, known for promoting native grape varieties and for significant ampelographic research.
Region:
Calabria
Country:
Italia
Founded:
1953
Grapes:
Gaglioppo, Greco bianco, Greco nero, Magliocco (Magliocco dolce), Mantonico, Pecorello, Guarnaccia nera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
Extensive research and conservation activities: a collection vineyard with around 200 indigenous grape varieties.
Clonal selection and registration of Calabrian clones.
Multigenerational family-run business with roots in the Cirò Marina area.
A network of six production estates.
Production includes still wines, traditional method sparkling wines, and extra virgin olive oil.
Winery history
Librandi is a family-owned company that has been active for several generations. Bottling began in 1953 in Cirò Marina; over the decades the company expanded its properties and facilities and launched research and conservation projects for Calabria's ampelographic heritage, creating a collection vineyard of around 200 varieties and implementing clonal selection programs.
Production philosophy
The winery combines respect for local tradition with a scientific approach: it aims to recover and enhance Calabrian indigenous grape varieties, pursue viticultural practices focused on quality and sustainability, and transform the regional heritage into wines that tell the story of the territory.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards and wineries are located in the eastern area of Calabria, with the company headquarters in Cirò Marina and six main estates. The vineyards extend across various exposures and altitudes within the Val di Neto and Cirò areas, regions historically suited to vine cultivation.
Awards and recognitions
The winery and its wines have received national and international recognition. Among the recent mentions on the website: Tre Bicchieri Gambero Rosso 2026 for Duca Sanfelice and 5 Grappoli Bibenda 2026 for Gravello.
Official Awards
| Expert | Prize | Description | Vintage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambero Rosso |  |
2 Bicchieri Rossi - Un vino eccellente | 2013 |
| Gambero Rosso | |
2 Bicchieri Rossi - Un vino eccellente | 2015 |
| James Suckling | 90+ | 2018 | |
| Wine Spectator | 90+ | 2017 |
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