# Luccicante (2022)

- **Producer:** Cà du Ferrà
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Vermentino
- **Region:** Liguria, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €30
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lemon, grapefruit, peach, blossom, herbaceous, fennel, butter, cream, honey, almond

## About this wine

Luccicante is the flagship Vermentino produced by Cà du Ferrà, a winery nestled in the rugged hills of Colline di Levanto, Liguria. Founded by Davide Zoppi and Giuseppe Aieta, the estate is renowned for its 'heroic viticulture,' cultivating vines on steep, terraced cliffs overlooking the Ligurian Sea. The name 'Luccicante' translates to 'shining' or 'glittering,' reflecting the brilliant golden hue of the wine and the sun's reflection on the nearby sea. This wine represents a passionate revival of local winemaking traditions, combining organic farming with a deep respect for the unique coastal terroir.

## Interesting facts

- The vineyards are classified under 'heroic viticulture' due to the extreme steepness of the terraced cliffs overlooking the Ligurian Sea.
- Luccicante was awarded the prestigious '5 Grappoli' (Five Grapes) by Bibenda, the highest accolade in Italian wine journalism.
- The winery Cà du Ferrà is deeply committed to biodiversity, maintaining olive groves and honeybees alongside their organic vineyards.

## Food pairing

The high acidity and distinct saline minerality of this coastal Vermentino make it an exceptional match for seafood and traditional Ligurian cuisine. Its medium body cuts through the richness of olive oil and pesto, while its fresh citrus and herbal notes complement delicate fish and herb-infused dishes.

## Wine making process

The grapes for Luccicante are hand-harvested from steep, terraced vineyards to ensure optimal selection. After gentle pressing, the must undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the vibrant primary fruit and mineral characteristics of the Vermentino grape. The wine is aged on its fine lees in stainless steel for several months, enhancing its complexity, texture, and depth without the influence of oak, maintaining a pure expression of the coastal terroir.