La Stoppa Ageno 2022

La Stoppa Ageno 2022 is the estate’s only dry white wine, and one of its most distinctive. Named after founder Giancarlo Ageno, it reflects both the character of Emilia-Romagna and the pioneering vision of the man who first recognized the area’s potential.

Tasting Notes
Ageno typically shows a deep golden hue, the result of extended skin contact. The nose is expressive and layered, with notes that can lean toward ripe orchard fruit, herbs, dried citrus, and a subtle savory edge. On the palate, it is textured and complex, with broad fruit, gentle grip, and a mineral, slightly oxidative dimension that adds depth and personality. This is not a white meant for immediate simplicity; it has the structure and concentration to evolve in bottle. With time, the wine can gain further nuance, showing more dried fruit, spice, and honeyed complexity while retaining its distinctive freshness and shape.

Production
Made from Malvasia di Candia, Ortrugo, and Trebbiano Romagnolo, Ageno comes from warm, low-yielding vineyards in Emilia-Romagna. The grapes are harvested for character rather than volume, and the wine is produced through a long maceration on the skins, which gives it its color, tannic structure, and deep aromatic profile. This is a method that emphasizes texture and complexity as much as freshness.

Food & Serving
Serve slightly cool, around 10–12°C, to best balance its aromatic intensity and layered texture. Ageno pairs beautifully with rich seafood, roast poultry, aged cheeses, mushroom dishes, and flavorful Mediterranean cuisine. Decanting is recommended to allow the wine to open and reveal its full aromatic range.

Producer
La Stoppa is a respected estate in Emilia-Romagna known for its commitment to expressive, traditional wines and natural winemaking. The winery has become an important reference point in the region, particularly for wines that combine authenticity, structure, and individuality. Ageno, named for founder Giancarlo Ageno, remains one of its most emblematic bottlings and a testament to the estate’s long-standing philosophy.

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