Santa Lucia Gazza Ladra Fiano (2022)

750mL / Puglia / Italy

Category: Wine
Sub-Category: White Wine

The 2022 Gazza Ladra Fiano Puglia from Santa Lucia Italy offers a vibrant and refreshing white wine experience, showcasing the distinctive traits of the Fiano grape from the sun-drenched vineyards of Puglia. With its lively acidity, tropical fruit notes, and subtle minerality.

Gazza Ladra Fiano Puglia 2022 pours a pale straw colour with a hint of green, inviting aromas of ripe pear, citrus zest, and a touch of white flowers that evoke the Mediterranean terroir of Puglia. On the palate, it delivers a crisp acidity balanced by flavours of juicy pineapple, green apple, and a subtle almond undertone, making it an ideal choice for those exploring Italian Fiano wines with a fresh, fruit-forward profile.

As you savour the mid-palate, the 2022 vintage reveals a gentle minerality reminiscent of Puglia's coastal soils, adding complexity without overwhelming the wine's elegant lightness. The finish is clean and lingering, with a slight herbal note that enhances its versatility for pairing with seafood, salads, or grilled vegetables, highlighting why Fiano from Puglia continues to gain popularity among white wine enthusiasts seeking something beyond the usual varieties.

For those interested in the structure, this Gazza Ladra Fiano Puglia 2022 maintains a medium body with well-integrated alcohol, ensuring it remains approachable and sessionable. Its balanced profile makes it a standout example of southern Italian white wines, perfect for casual sipping or as an introduction to the unique expressions of Fiano grape tasting notes from the region.