In the glass
Aroma: white peach, citrus blossom, almond, herbal
Palate: stone fruit, lemon, almond, mineral finish
Adenzia Bianco blends Grillo and Inzolia from Baglio del Cristo's chalky Agrigento limestone soils: the combination yields a fresh, almond-citrus white with the mineral depth that characterises this distinctive terroir.
What it pairs with
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Sicilian seafood couscous
Almond-mineral notes in the wine echo the almond-rich Sicilian couscous tradition. -
Grilled prawns with lemon and herbs
Fresh acidity and citrus blossom complement chargrilled shellfish. -
Caponata fresca with almonds
The wine's almond character bridges the sweet-sour vegetables and toasted almonds in caponata.
How to serve Baglio del Cristo di Campobello Adenzia Bianco
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Sicilian seafood couscous, Grilled prawns with lemon and herbs, Caponata fresca with almonds. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Baglio del Cristo di Campobello's Adenzia range, named in Sicilian dialect, covers the estate's entry-level whites and reds. The Bianco blends the estate's Grillo and Inzolia from their calcareous chalk soils near Agrigento, 8 kilometres from the sea.
- 2006 — First Adenzia Bianco Grillo-Inzolia from organic Campobello di Licata estate
Facts
- Producer
- Baglio del Cristo di Campobello
- Grapes
- Grillo, Inzolia
- Classification
- Sicilia DOC
- Oak
- Stainless steel; cold fermentation
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- EUR 12-18 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-4 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2006
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Frequently asked about Baglio del Cristo di Campobello Adenzia Bianco
What does Baglio del Cristo di Campobello Adenzia Bianco taste like?
On the nose, white peach, citrus blossom, almond, herbal. On the palate, stone fruit, lemon, almond, mineral finish. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a clean, mineral finish. Adenzia Bianco blends Grillo and Inzolia from Baglio del Cristo's chalky Agrigento limestone soils: the combination yields a fresh, almond-citrus white with the mineral depth that characterises this distinctive terroir.
When should I drink Baglio del Cristo di Campobello Adenzia Bianco?
Drink 1-4 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Baglio del Cristo di Campobello Adenzia Bianco?
Sicilian seafood couscous is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Grilled prawns with lemon and herbs and Caponata fresca with almonds. Almond-mineral notes in the wine echo the almond-rich Sicilian couscous tradition.
What grapes are in Baglio del Cristo di Campobello Adenzia Bianco?
The blend is Grillo, Inzolia. The wine is classified as Sicilia DOC.