Feudo Montoni - Grillo della Timpa 2023
Price: $32.99
Sale Price: $22.49
| Producer | Feudo Montoni |
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| Country | Italy |
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| Region | Sicily |
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| Varietal | Grillo |
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| Vintage | 2023 |
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| Sku | 15979 |
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| Size | 750ml |
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The vineyard where this wine comes from, Timpa, takes it’s name from a Sicilian word meaning “steep slope”, which given that it’s on a 70% grade they’ve more than earned. That is, to be blunt, incredibly steep, and paints a picture of gorgeous vines stretching up the Sicilian foothills, basking in the Mediterranean sun under the watchful eye of Mt. Etna.
It’s an environment where Grillo thrives, ripening to perfection thanks to basically perfect exposures in rich volcanic soils and organic farming practices. The concentration on display is what catches at first- Wine Spectator calls it “exuberant”, which I’d agree with but for the caveat that exuberance underscores the precision on display here. I’d liken it to an expert fencer- full of fun flourishes but with the rapier always ready for the strike (though in this case the épée is a crisp and concentrated minerality)
There’s just this incredible vibrancy that makes this so captivating, an effortless show of clean fruit and masterful concentration that resonates with bright citrus and wild Mediterranean herbs, all underlined by this exceptional minerality and acidity that makes this one of the most compelling whites on the shelf.
It’s also one of the most flexible whites on the market as far as food pairings are concerned. You’re fine to put it next to all kinds of fish or fowl, pesto pastas, or with big autumnal salads. We actually had it with a spicy tomato-based curry complete with red pepper and coriander, and this was just perfect. Clean fruit, pristine minerality, and just that little hint of Sicilian salinity is basically the trifecta for a top-tier food wine, especially with the kinds South Asian dishes we gravitate towards.
Wine Enthusiast: 92 Points
"The nose sparkles with fresh yet savory aromas of lemons, limes, herbs and a nutty cheesiness, but also has a delicate, balancing floral sweetness. The palate is dense, as stone fruit joins more citrus and floral notes, before salted nuts usher in a tangy, mineral finish." — Danielle Callegari
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