The Castello Romitorio 2022 Metafisica is a blend of Chardonnay (from Montalcino) and Trebbiano Toscano (from Maremma) that sees nine months in barrique. This is a beautifully textured white wine with layers of orchard fruit, yellow rose and baked apple pie with the crust. This vintage has a sweet side and a savory one that will stand up nicely to Moroccan chicken tagine with preserved lemon. Only 1,850 bottles were created.
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Attractive floral character here with white nectarines, golden apples, crushed almonds and praline. Some dried lemon peel, too. Medium- to full-bodied, textural and sleek with juicy acidity coming through. Focused with a citrusy finish. Drink now.
The Castello Romitorio 2021 Metafisica is equal parts Chardonnay and Procanico, aged in oak for nine months. This is a new addition to the estate portfolio, with the Chardonnay coming from Montalcino and the Procanico coming from the Scansano area in southern Tuscany. The Procanico vineyard boasts 50-year-old vines and is one of the oldest in the area. Filippo Chia and his family acquired the site in November 2020. It's especially hard to find a white wine of this texture and consistency. It opens to a light golden hue and a viscous appearance that translates to a creamy mouthfeel. Aromas include orchard fruit, baked pear, saffron and apple pie. You can taste the skins, and there is the slightest tannic imprint on the mid-weight finish, which is dry and laced with dusty minerality. Only 1,900 bottles were produced in this inaugural release.
This has a straw tinge with apricots, mango stones, cream, lemon pith and salted almonds on the nose. It’s medium-to full-bodied with an oily texture. Textured and layered. Drink now.