Cantina Daniele Rossi Torgiano – Faro della Vigna – Grechetto IGT

Grape Variety: 100% Grechetto di Todi
Vintage: 2023
Alcohol content: 13.5% Vol
Appellation: Grechetto Umbria IGT

Origin and terroir

Faro della Vigna comes from vineyards planted in 2000, located at 300 meters above sea level, with a privileged southwest exposure.

These optimal conditions ensure a perfect ripening of Grechetto grapes.

• Training system: Guyot
• Planting density: 5. 000 vines per hectare
• Controlled production: 55 quintals per hectare

Unique terroir:

The clay soil, rich in skeleton and highly permeable, gives the wine distinctive characteristics:

• Healthy, ripe grapes
• Excellent quality
• Complex aromatic profile

The winemaking process

The creation of the Vineyard Lighthouse follows a meticulous process:

• Exclusive use of the must flower
• Brief cryomaceration to extract delicate aromas
• Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks
• Storage on fine lees until bottling
• Maintaining constant low temperatures throughout the production process

Maturation and aging

Maturation: 4 months in steel tanks, preserving freshness and varietal aromas

Aging: 3 months in the bottle, to harmonize the aromas and develop complexity

Organoleptic Profile

View

In the glass, Faro della Vigna shows a bright straw yellow color with greenish reflections, anticipating freshness on the palate.

Nose

The bouquet is an explosion of aromas:

• Notes of white-fleshed fruit (pear, peach)
• Hints of wild flowers and citrus
• Delicate mineral and herb nuances

Taste

On the palate, Faro della Vigna reveals itself:

• Fresh and savory
• With good structure and minerality
• From the long and persistent finish with a pleasant return of citrus notes
• Its complexity makes it perfect both as an aperitif and to accompany elaborate dishes.
  Gastronomic Pairings

Il Faro della Vigna is an ideal companion for numerous preparations:

• Fish and shellfish appetizers
• Pasta starters with light fish or vegetable sauces
• Grilled or baked fish main courses
• Fresh or medium-aged cheeses

Its structure and freshness make it versatile and suitable for a variety of occasions, from casual dining to the most sophisticated event.

Awards

Il Faro della Vigna has won important awards, including:

Winner of The WineHunter Award 2023 with the 2022 vintage

This prestigious award confirms the quality and excellence of this Umbrian Grechetto.

Serving tips

To fully appreciate the qualities of Faro della Vigna, we recommend serving it:

Temperature: 10-12°C

Glass: Medium sized tulip goblet

Uncorking: Open the bottle just before serving to preserve the fresh aromas

Storage tips

Faro della Vigna expresses its best in the first 2-3 years after harvest. Store in a cool, dark place in a horizontal position to keep the cork moist.

The uniqueness of Grechetto di Todi

Grechetto di Todi, an indigenous Umbrian grape variety, gives Faro della Vigna unique characteristics:

• Freshness and flavor
• Elegant but sustained structure
• Delicate but persistent aromas

This variety, cultivated for centuries in Umbria, finds a particularly happy expression in the Torgiano area, giving wines of great personality and longevity.

Discover the essence of Umbria in every sip of Faro della Vigna. A wine that tells the story of a territory, the passion of a producer and the nobility of an indigenous grape variety interpreted in a modern key.

Ready to explore the authentic flavors of Torgiano?

Buy your bottle of Faro della Vigna now and be carried away by its enveloping aromas and fresh, mineral taste.