'Odyssea' Macchion dei Lupi 2022

"Odyssea" from the Tuscan winery Macchion dei Lupi is a macerated white wine produced in the hilly area of Suvereto, with the Ansonica grape in purity. It is an intense wine with a typically Mediterranean profile, harmonious, rich in aromas and fragrances, enriched by the winemaking process in contact with the skins. The partial aging in acacia wood gives the wine seductive softness, making the sip particularly enveloping and satisfying.

The macerated white "Odyssea" is produced by a small winery that still works with passion and artisanal methods. The Macchion dei Lupi estate extends over 4 hectares in the inland area of Suvereto, not far from the Tyrrhenian coast of San Vincenzo. The Mediterranean climate of the Livorno Maremma is mitigated by sea breezes and guarantees a perfect habitat for the grapes. The vineyards are managed under a regime of organic and biodynamic agriculture with the utmost respect for the environment and natural biodiversity. The soils are of heterogeneous composition, with the presence of skeleton and minerals of ancient volcanic origin. The Ansonica vineyard is located in the lowest area of the estate, near the Cornia River, on sandy-rich land.is located in the lowest area of the estate, near the Cornia River, on sandy-rich land. Fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts in acacia barrels, and the wine matures partly in acacia barrels and partly in steel.

The orange wine "Odyssea" from the Macchion dei Lupi winery is a wine of great personality, bringing to the glass the warmth and energy of the Maremma and the richness of an intact and ripe fruit. The color is yellow with brilliant amber reflections. The aromas open with notes of candied citrus peel, yellow peach, apricot, and aromatic herbs from the Mediterranean scrub. On the palate, it is broad, aromatically deep and complex, with rich, dense fruit and a harmonious finish that closes with elegant savory sensations.