Zensa Fiano, Puglia – Organic

The organic Zensa range is made by Alessandro Michelon of Orion Wines. He is one of Italy’s most innovative winemakers working with selected growers and indigenous grapes that express the character of their region. Zensa means “without” or “to do without” in Italian, and this superb organic wine is made without pesticides and fertilisers. The grapes are sourced from organic vineyards in Puglia where the vines are grown as free-standing bush vines.

Fiano is an impressive white variety native to the Puglia region. This dry white has a straw yellow shot with green. It is full and intensely fruity on the nose with exotic fruit such as melon and banana, featuring hints of citrus reminiscent of grapefruit.  On the palate it is very well-balanced, with a good acidity, backbone and length.