Masso Antico Fiano 2023

Fiano. A grape that often gets overshadowed by its flashier cousins, but Masso Antico in Puglia is here to kick that notion right in the ass. Their 2023 Fiano is not some wallflower; it’s a confident, unapologetic beauty ready to disrupt your wine-drinking status quo.

Let’s talk about what’s in the glass. The moment you pour it, the aroma slaps you awake. It’s like a sun-kissed orchard in full bloom - ripe peaches and yellow plums begging for your attention, wrapped up in delicate floral notes that remind you of spring breezes and lazy afternoons. You can’t help but smell it a little longer, almost like you’re trying to catch a glimpse of summer’s last hurrah. It’s compelling and downright alluring.

Now, I know you’re itching to take a sip, and you should. Because when this beauty hits your palate, it feels like a warm embrace that immediately screams, “Yes, this is what you’ve been looking for.” The mouthfeel? Silky and fleshy, like the best hug from an old friend who gives the best advice. There’s a spicy kick nestled in there - think a dash of white pepper blended seamlessly with the lush fruit profile, adding layers that keep you coming back for more.

And as for the taste? Buckle up. It’s a glorious dance of lemon zest and salty seaside finesse that doesn’t shy away from complexity. You can taste the minerals and the floral tones echoing the traditional nature of Italian Fiano. It’s like sipping on sunshine while sitting by the Mediterranean, even if your current view is your cluttered kitchen table.

Masso Antico’s Fiano is dry, but not in a boring, goes-down-quick kind of way. It invites you to slow down and appreciate everything it has to offer. It’s got that zippy acidity that can perk up your taste buds and make every bite of food you pair it with sing. Yes, this is a wine that diversifies your meals; it’s as good with grilled fish as it is with a spicy Thai curry. You know, the type of wine that doesn’t flinch at the thought of mixing it up.

But it’s not just your average solid white wine receiving accolades left and right. This bad boy nabbed a Double Gold at the Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge and two thumbs up from wine snobs who clearly know their shit, including that famed Luca Maroni. If these judges were on your Tinder feed, you’d swipe right - hard.

So is this wine going to win over everyone? Probably not. It’s not the clean-cut, minimalist choice that some folks want. It’s rich, it’s bold, and it carries that halo of Puglian sunshine in every sip. It’s here to remind you that wine is a celebration, not just a drink.

In a world full of mediocre wines wasting shelf space, Masso Antico’s Fiano is the head-turner that will have you questioning how you’ve been living without it. Pour yourself a glass, take a moment, and let it wash over you. Cheers to that, because this white isn’t just a Fiano - it’s a statement. Go on, get yourself a bottle and see for yourself. You won’t regret it.

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