The 2021 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Querciantica blends almond paste and a dusting of confectioners' sugar with pretty notes of peach and candied lime. It envelopes the palate in waves of ripe orchard fruits, yet quickly gains in tension, as a mix of salty minerals and citrus-tinged acids cuts through like a hot knife. This finishes spicy and tense, with a cheek-puckering sensation, yet it leaves the mouth watering for more.

Upfront and fruit forward, this wine has aromas of green apple and a distinct sea salt note. The palate is refreshing and zippy with mineral notes mixed with orchard fruits, lemon and lime. It finishes with a bright pop of acidity.

A lithe, lively white, with zippy acidity framing flavors of pineapple, star fruit, stone and salted almond. Zesty finish. Drink now.