Description
Founded in 1968, the Di Majo estate cultivates more than 200 acres under vine. In order to ensure consistent, high-quality production for all the estate’s wines, Alessio Di Majo hired renowned oenologist Riccardo Cotarella as a consultant. In addition to producing quality wine at an outstanding value, the Di Majo family is dedicated to practicing environmentally sound agriculture.
Location of Vineyard
The Di Majo Norante winery sits on the estate of the Marquis Norante of Santa Cristina in the region of Molise, along the Adriatic Sea between Puglia and Abruzzo. The cultivation of vines in this area dates back to 500 BC, when the region was inhabited by two pre-Roman civilizations, the Sanniti and the Osci. The estate has been dedicated to growing vines since the 1800s. In the 1960s a modern cantina was constructed and vines were replanted in the Ramitello area.
Winemaking Philosophy
Optimal exposure, constant breezes during the summer, excellent soil composition and a slope toward the Sciabolone and Madonna Grande valleys combine to create a particularly favorable environment for the production of wine here.
This old vine wine is made from Falanghina, a grapevine cultivated in Molise by the ancient Sannites, who considered it one of the best. The vineyard where the grapes are grown faces south, with a clay soil that gives it a particular minerality and balance between acidity and body.
Wine Production
Before fermentation, the grapes are cooled to 2 ºC. degrees, remaining in contact with the skins for 24 hours and only the flower is slowly fermented at a low temperature. The wine is then aged in contact with the lees for about three months and bottled after filtration. The sulphur content of this wine is far belowthe average of other organic wines.
Tasting Notes
Golden, straw yellow color with green reflections. Fresh, pleasant bouquet with hints of Spanish broom. Pleasant on the palate with a slightly bitter after-taste that recalls the pomegranate.
Food Pairing
A wine to pair with every course, it is perfect with shellfish, non-fatty hors-d’oeuvres, starters and especially fish dishes.
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