Trebbiano d’Abruzzo Castello di Semivicoli 2005

Made from Trebbiano d’Abruzzo grapes. Golden yellow, with the odd residual greenish highlight, it is much more mineral than the ’04 on the nose, with smoky hints alongside citrus-like sensations (of citron and grapefruit) and fruity notes of ripe white peaches and yellow plums. It is zesty and saline on the palate – aspects that are coherent with the weather in this vintage, which was cooler than the preceding one – with excellent structure and a fine balance between the acidity and softness from the glycerine. It displays complexity and character, finishing long and pleasantly tangy.