2024 Tre Monti Vitalba Albana in Anfora BIO

Sergio and Thea were revolutionaries. A revolution that began in the vineyard (one of the first to plant with high density per hectare and experiment with non-traditional vines and one of the first Italian wineries to make the move to organic viticulture) to continue in the cellars. Vittorio and David, their sons, continued the life's work after the death of their mother in 1989. Important collaborations were established with the best Italian oenologists: a young Francesco Spagnolli in the early eighties, then Vittorio Fiore to Donato Lanati, whose teachings were fundamental to Vittorio's growth. After that Tre Monti has experienced a serious growth and is considered one of the top companies of the Romagna region and this is also endorsed by the press and they were the first to receive the "three glasses" in Gamberro Rosso in 1997) followed by many high ratings (Thea 2008 was one of the first Sangiovese di Romagna to receive 90/100 from Wine Spectator, Thea Passito, even 94/100 by Wine Enthusiast. The Imola estate, where the winery is located, is situated in the beautiful area of the "Tre Monti" (Three Mountains), on the first hills of Imola, at an altitude of about 100 meters above sea level. The Orange Wine is made 100% Albana - organically grown coming from the Vigna Bacchilega vineyard located on the Imola Estate which was planted in 1980 This is a so-called Orange wine and that means nothing more or less that it is a white wine made from white grapes, but of which the skins ripen along with it and with this wine the skin contact has been no less than 95 days in a Georgian amphora (Kvevri). The nice thing about an Orange Wine like this is that you can taste many characteristics of red wine in this orange wine. The color of this "Orange" wine is deep and light orange. The smell is quiet and yet very complex, with notes of very ripe fruit, candied peel, honey and marzipan. In the lush taste surprisingly much juice with a very rich aftertaste in which one encounters a lot of ripe stone fruit. AWARDS: Slowine Vitalba 2017 – Vino Slow Wine Enthusiast Vitalba 2015 91/100, Vitalba 2016 94/100 Guida Vitae – AIS Vitalbe 2017 4 viti, Vitalba 2016 4 viti (con tastevin) Guida Oro Veronelli Editore Vtalba 2017 90/100 FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address. Need advice on finding the perfect wine for your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for customers. 1. Roasted pumpkin with sage and parmesan The sweetness of the pumpkin complements the ripe fruit in the wine, while sage and parmesan add extra savoriness and complexity that pairs well with the light tannins and spicy notes. 2. Chicken stew with fennel, orange and olives The combination of citrus, anise and saltiness brings out different layers in the wine. The structure of the chicken makes it filling without being heavy, matching the firm body of the wine. 3. Risotto with saffron, leek and white truffle oil The creamy texture of risotto combines with the amphora structure of the wine. Saffron and truffle oil accentuate the earthy and spicy character, while leek provides a fresh counterbalance. 4. Tagliatelle with chestnut mushrooms and sage butter The umami of the mushrooms goes well with the ripe notes of the wine. The structure of fresh pasta and the buttery sauce match the wine texture, while the sage underlines the spicy aspect. 5. Grilled cauliflower with tahini, lemon and toasted almonds The nutty flavours of tahini and almond enhance the amphora maturation. Lemon provides freshness, and cauliflower provides a soft, toasted base that blends well with the rich style of the wine. 6. Veal sweetbreads with carrot cream and orange zest The creamy structure of sweetbrea