E Giorgio Mercandelli 2007
ArtisanalWine E by Cantina Alchemica is a white characterized by great harmony and expressiveness, obtained following the biotic philosophy, which is inspired by the Shumei thought. From a vine of over 70 years a liquid of ethereal memory is born, from the graceful traits to the nose that recall the officinal herbs and the dried fruit. The sip is fine, the fruity calls are now broken up, leaving small memories to resound and the alcohol content is supported by a nice acidity.
"E" is a overwhelming and experiential white wine, striking due to its uniqueness. Giorgio Mercandelli's life is one that deserves a much deeper exploration than these few lines: son of the founder of Cabanon, a well-known winery in Oltrepò, co-owner with his sister Anna of Sacrafamilia and after various adventures, creator of Cantina Alchemica, along with his partner Sonia. A unique approach to the vine and to nature in general, where the liquids produced are merely a testament to the memory of the original fruit, which must have purity and integrity as prerequisites. The result is unique bottles of their kind, but undeniably memorable and profound.
The white "E" by Giorgio Mercandelli comes from local indigenous varieties, which Giorgio does not specify as he believes that the name of the grape variety is irrelevant to the enhancement of the fruit itself. In the vineyard, no treatments are used, not even copper and sulfur, and the grape clusters are harvested strictly by hand. In the winery, fermentation occurs spontaneously, in special neutral containers made of ATLAC resin, a material that allows for preserve the integrity of the liquid without imparting any organoleptic characteristics. According to Giorgio, the potential wine requires 5-7 years of settling, as in the first phase of its life it returns to being odorless and tasteless.
The wine "E" by Giorgio Mercandelli pours into the glass with an alluring golden hue, shifting towards amber. It is difficult to describe in words a liquid laden with so much emotion and nuances, which reveals itself little by little, with the calmness of seasoned champions. On the nose, there are toasted nuts, curry, infused citrus peel, and wild herbs. It has a virtuous and daring relationship with oxygen, continuing to evolve. The sip is full-bodied and three-dimensional, a warm embrace that unfolds between extractive power and ever-refreshing acidity. Persistence is hardly quantifiable. A meteor.