Bucci Classico” Verdicchio Classico dei Castelli di Jesi DOC Classico Superiore
The grapes from each vineyard are vinified separately and blended later to achieve the winemaker’s goals. Fragrant and flavorful, a classic Marche wine that ages only in stainless steel to ensure the characteristic aromas and freshness of the native grape remain pure.
Wine exported to
Canada, USA, Puerto Rico, Turks and Caicos
Most recent awards
- 2023 | James Suckling91
- 2023 | Kerin O'Keefe92
- 2022 | Wine Enthusiast93 Editor's Choice
- 2021 | Wine Advocate93
- 2021 | Vinous91
- 2016 | Gambero Rosso3 Bicchieri
- 2010 | Decanter93
- 2011 | International Wine Cellar90
Grape Varieties:
100% Verdicchio
Type of yeast:
Selected
Aging containers:
Oak barrels
Container size:
50-75 hL
Aging before bottling:
6-8 months
Closure:
Cork
Organic:
Yes
Vineyard name:
Villa Bucci, Belluccio, Montefiore, Baldo, Saturno.
Vineyard location:
Castelli di Jesi
Soil composition:
Calcareous, mildly clayey terrain
Vine training:
Guyot, Double arch
Altitude:
656-1,181 feet (199-359 meters) above sea level
Vine density:
2,024 vines per acre
Yield:
2.8 lbs per vine
Exposure:
East/Southern/southeastern
Age of vines:
20-50 years old
Time of harvest:
Late September
Total yearly production (in bottles):
21,600
Tasting notes:
Deep straw yellow. Pleasingly fruity and persistent bouquet, with notes of Golden Delicious apples and almonds. Good body on the palate, well balanced, elegant, with silky texture and distinct finesse.
Food pairings:
aperitivo, pasta, fish risotto, white meat, mild/fresh cheese
Aging potential:
5-6 years
Alcohol:
13%
Winemaker:
Gianni Gasperi
