Fonterenza, Bianco 2023

Fonterenza Bianco 2023 is a characterful skin-contact white (orange wine) that captures the sun-soaked spirit of rural Tuscany in the glass. Crafted from a traditional field blend of Trebbiano, Malvasia, and Vermentino, it offers vibrant fruit, gentle texture, and a distinctly Mediterranean, herbal edge. With its short maceration and artisanal approach, this cuvée bridges classic Tuscan tradition and the modern appetite for expressive, minimal-intervention wines.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Fonterenza Bianco 2023 shows a deep straw to light amber hue, a clear visual cue of its brief skin contact. The nose is immediately inviting and expressive: ripe stone fruits such as apricot and peach mingle with notes of wild herbs, chamomile, and a touch of citrus zest, underpinned by a subtle savory, almost saline nuance. On the palate, the wine is fresh and lively, with balanced acidity that lifts the generous yellow fruit profile—think yellow plum, ripe nectarine, and preserved lemon. A fine, lightly grippy texture from the skins adds structure without heaviness, while a pleasantly bitter citrus peel note (grapefruit rind, orange pith) lingers on the finish, giving the wine both complexity and refreshment. Enjoyable now for its energy and aromatics, it has the structure to evolve gracefully over the next 2–4 years, gaining more honeyed and nutty undertones with short-term cellaring.

Production
Sourced from vineyards in Tuscany, Fonterenza Bianco 2023 reflects a classic Tuscan terroir: sun-drenched slopes, well-drained soils of mixed clay, sand, and stones, and cooling breezes that help preserve acidity in the grapes. Trebbiano, Malvasia, and Vermentino—often co-planted as a field blend—are typically harvested by hand to ensure only perfectly ripe, healthy bunches reach the cellar. The grapes undergo a short period of skin contact, enough to draw out color, texture, and aromatic depth without overpowering tannin. Fermentation is carried out with native yeasts, and the wine is handled gently, often with minimal fining or filtration, to retain its natural character and a vivid sense of place.

Food & Serving
This Tuscan orange wine is a versatile partner at the table, pairing beautifully with antipasti, cured meats, and aged cheeses, as well as grilled vegetables, herb-roasted chicken, seafood stews, and Mediterranean-inspired dishes featuring olives, citrus, or fennel. It also works particularly well with richer vegetarian plates, such as pumpkin ravioli, risotto with saffron, or roasted root vegetables. Serve at 10–12°C (50–54°F) to highlight its freshness while allowing the aromatics to fully open. A brief decant of 15–30 minutes is recommended, especially upon release, to soften the tannins and bring out its stonefruit and herbal complexity.

Producer
Fonterenza is a small, quality-driven estate in Tuscany, known for its artisanal approach and deep respect for traditional farming and winemaking. Founded by the Padovani sisters, the winery has built a reputation for producing expressive, terroir-focused wines that often lean toward minimal intervention, capturing the authenticity and rustic elegance of their surroundings. While best known among insiders for their soulful reds, Fonterenza has also become highly regarded for their characterful whites and skin-contact bottlings like this Bianco. Their commitment to careful vineyard work, low yields, and thoughtful cellar practices has made Fonterenza an important name in the new wave of Tuscan producers championing purity, transparency, and individuality in wine.

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