Umani Ronchi : Plenio Riserva 2021

The balance and vivacity of a Marche white wine

The estate

Located between the Marche and Abruzzo regions, Umani Ronchi is now one of Italy's 18 largest wine-producing families. The venture began near Cupramontana, the historic heart of Verdicchio Classico. Founded in the 1950s by Gino Umani Ronchi, the estate initially took the form of a small, picturesque farmhouse. But in the 1970s, Massimo Bernetti took over the estate and gave it a new dimension. As well as increasing the size of the vineyard, which gradually grew to over 210 hectares, Massimo Bernetti was also quick to take his wines abroad. Today, this Italian jewel thrives under the watchful eye of Massimo's son, Michele Bernetti, who continues to make his legacy shine, with deep respect for his terroir and the people around him.

The wine

The name of this wine refers to the Latin Plenum, which suggests fullness, complexity and structure, all qualities that are characteristic of this great Italian wine.

The vineyard

Plenio Riserva from Umani Ronchi is a Marche wine produced from a 9-hectare vineyard. Located in the heart of Cupramontana, at an altitude of over 350 metres, this natural setting boasts very deep clay soil, ideal for producing great wines.

The vintage

The 2021 vintage bears witness to the resilience of the vines in the face of a hot, dry climate. Despite a mild winter and cool spring, the summer was marked by intense heat. The management of water resources and soil fertility played a decisive role.

Winemaking and ageing

After gentle pressing, the must is cooled and then decanted. Fermentation takes place partly in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats (60%) and the rest in oak barrels (40%). Part of the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged for 12 months and then aged in bottle for 6 months.

Grape variety

Verdicchio (100%)

Characteristics and tasting tips for Plenio Riserva 2021 from Umani Ronchi

Tasting

Colour
The wine has a deep yellow colour with golden highlights.

Nose
Fresh and intense, the nose unveils notes of ripe fruit, honey, almonds and balsamic as well as a subtly aniseed character.

Palate
The attack is frank, unveiling a freshness and remarkable smoothness. The lingering finish reveals flavours of apple, plum, almond and a lovely salinity.

To serve

For the best tasting, this wine should be served at between 12 and 14°C.

Food and wine pairing

This Italian wine pairs perfectly with stuffed pasta, roast white meats or grilled fish.