Licosa Cilento DOC 2022 The Colle del Corsicano

The Licosa 2022, Cilento Fiano DOC, is made from a variety of wines. a white wine of great depth that reflects the authenticity; and the character of Fiano del Cilento. Originating from a single vineyard located in the picturesque locality of of Punta Licosa in Castellabate, this wine is; an ode to the winemaking tradition of this region.

Visually, Licosa has a straw yellow color with golden reflections, a prelude to the richness that is revealed in the glass. The olfactory bouquet is; broad and complex, with floral hints of acacia and jasmine that blend harmoniously with notes of ripe fruit, including peach and apricot, and a slight hint of honey.

In the mouth, Licosa reveals a full body and an intense structure that expresses all the power of Fiano. The acidity slightly marked offers a perfect counterpoint to the aromatic richness of the wine, giving a vibrant freshness that pervades the palate. The minerality of the soil of origin is felt, contributing to a complex and layered palate.

Persistence is hard. remarkable, with a long, clean finish that leaves a sensation of ripe fruit and fresh flowers, inviting you to take another sip. This wine represents a true expression of Cilento, capable of telling the story of a unique territory through its aromatic and gustatory nuances.

Licosa 2022 is the perfect place to be. a meditation wine, which lends itself to accompanying rich fish dishes or aged cheeses.

Licosa 2022 Il Colle del Corsicano: Wines from the heart of Cilento

Welcome to the south, in the heart of Cilento where the winemaker Alferio Romito cultivates the Fiano grapes in the only vineyard < strong>Punta Licosa, in the area of ​​Santa Maria di Castellabate.

"Imagine a vineyard surrounded by the sea, where you can find the colors of nature and its scents while a light breeze caresses you. In words it is very difficult to explain the spectacle that the Punta Licosa vineyard offers, you have to see it with your eyes."

Cultivation and Vinification

Licosa is; a white wine of singular refinement, made entirely from Fiano grapes, a historic vine of the Italian winemaking tradition. This decision to use 100% Fiano grapes gives Licosa a unique personality. distinctive and an unmistakable aromatic profile.

The vineyard from which the Licosa comes is exposed both to the South / West and to the North / West, ensuring excellent exposure to the sun throughout the day. The soil varies from sandy to sandy/clayey areas. This diversity is of soils helps to create a wine with a rich and complex bouquet.

The cultivation system adopted is perfect. the simple espalier, with guyot pruning. This technique favors balanced growth of the vines and uniform ripening of the grapes, contributing to the creation of a quality wine. top.

The grapes for Licosa are harvested manually, with great care and attention. This manual harvest allows only the best bunches to be selected, which are then delicately placed in small 15 kg boxes to preserve their integrity.

The vinification of Licosa takes place in white, in temperature-controlled tanks. This process, which involves the exclusion of the skins from the entire fermentation process, allows to obtain a white wine with a light color and a clean and fruity taste.

In conclusion

the Licosa  is; a white wine produced with great care and attention, from the choice of grape variety and the position of the vineyards, through the manual harvesting of the grapes, up to the vinification in white. This wine represents an excellent example of how the Italian wine tradition can be combined with innovative techniques to create a high quality product.

Il Colle del Corsicano farm

The Colle del Corsicano farm has its roots in the picturesque town of Corsica. of Castellabate, located in the province of Salerno, in Campania. Here, for four generations, Alferio Romito's family has been cultivating its vineyards, surrounded by a splendid view of the sea and immersed in the Mediterranean scrub. The area of ​​San Marco di Castellabate, in particular, is home to the historic family lands where the native Aglianico and Primitivo vines are grown.

The company practices organic agriculture, meticulously following the practices that provide for the nourishment of the soil through organic and mineral substances released by the grassing. The vineyards and olive groves are completely covered with grass, thus contributing to protect the soil from erosion and summer heat. Furthermore, the defense of plants takes place only with organic products, to safeguard the health of operators and consumers and to protect the environment.