2017 Trebbiano d’Abruzzo Fonte Canale
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This feels much more closed in comparison to the 2018, with pure citrus energy, tangy, pure and limey, but with a slight creaminess mingling with the tart fruit. It’s concentrated and full of promise, but not giving much away now.
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Eric Guido, Vinous
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A darker golden hue than the vintages surrounding it, the 2017. Trebbiano d'Abruzzo Fante Canale can not be ignored. It has a slowly maturing bouquet that blends hints of petrol and honey flowers with almond paste, baked apples and spice. Seamless and elegant on the palate, this displays perfect harmony. Brisk acidity guides the depths of sour citrus and nectarine. Saline and nearly crunchy in feel, the 2017 leaves the palate reeling with mineral tension as lemon zest and sage resonate on. My predecessor called this one perfectly.
About the producer
Tiberio is one of Italy’s most exciting names. Cristiana Tiberio is at the helm of this Abruzzo estate today, which was founded by her father Riccardo. Known in particular for its old-vine Trebbiano Abruzzese, Tiberio now sits alongside Valentini and Emidio Pepe as a leading light of the region.