Chiarofiore 2016 is a natural wine crafted by Tunia, in the Tuscany region in Italy. This white wine is made with 85% Trebbiano and 15% Vermentino grapes.
About the Chiraofiore 2016 wine (by Tunia)
Our suggested serving temperature for this white wine is around 14°, namely cool but not cold. Open the bottle and wait a few minutes to allow the wine to breathe before drinking it. After pouring Chiarofiore in the glass, you will see a well-defined amber colour - unusual in a white wine - that results from the long period of contact with the skins and the late harvest.
Holding the glass still, you will perceive spicy notes, above all cloves. You could perceive a slight hint of sulphur due to the type of wine-making that will disappear immediately. Swirling the glass, you will perceive sweet notes of almond and dried apricot, mixed with caramelized aromas that, after a while, will give room to aromas of orange peel. Now you can taste it.
First of all, you will feel acidity on the sides of your tongue and an almost salty (mineral) flavour on the tip. There could be a slight and temporary effervescence due to the yeasts still working in the bottle. You will also perceive some astringency given by the tannins released during fermentation with the skins, although this roughness is balanced by the smoothness resulting from the late harvest.
Chiarofiore is a full-bodied wine with a long-lingering flavour. Suggested pairings include ripened cheese, white meats (rabbit, pork or guinea fowl), dishes based on liver and courses with vegetables.
