Falanghina del Sannio DOC 2024 Mustilli

What kind of wine is it?

Falanghina del Sannio by Mustilli is a white wine made from Falanghina grapes. It stands out for its fresh and easy-drinking style, with a harmonious structure and elegant profile. The fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature enhances the fruity character and lively acidity, preserving the grape’s natural freshness.

Where does it come from?

This wine is born in the Presta, Pozzillo and Cesco di Nece vineyards, located in Sant’Agata dei Goti, at 250 meters above sea level. The volcanic and calcareous-clay soils on the south-western slopes of the Sannio hills offer minerality and flavor. The temperate climate, with strong temperature differences between day and night, encourages slow ripening of the grapes and preserves varietal aromas and a good balance between acidity and fruit.

How is it produced?

The Falanghina grapes are hand-harvested at just the right stage of ripeness. After destemming, fermentation takes place in steel vats at 15 °C for two weeks. The wine is then aged in the same vats, with periodic bâtonnage to increase smoothness and glyceric texture. The absence of wood aging maintains the typical character and freshness of the grape variety.

Tasting notes

In the glass it shows a straw-yellow hue with green-gold highlights. The nose expresses intense scents of Annurca apple and tropical fruit, accompanied by floral hints and a subtle spiciness. On the palate it is medium-bodied, dry, with vibrant freshness and good persistence. The finish recalls fruity aromas and a pleasant sapidity that invites another sip.

Food pairings

Falanghina del Sannio pairs well with seafood and shellfish such as oysters and Catalan-style prawns. It also matches rice timbales and dishes of stuffed pasta, for example ricotta and lemon ravioli. Among the typical pairings, it enhances spaghetti with clams and eggplant parmigiana, bringing out the wine’s sapidity and fruity notes.

When to serve it

This wine is made to be enjoyed young, within a few years of the harvest, to appreciate its freshness and varietal aromas. Serve slightly chilled, around 10-12°C, to highlight the fruity and mineral notes. Its balanced structure also allows for short bottle aging, with a profile that develops greater aromatic complexity.