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The flagship wine of the Bastianich estate, Vespa Bianco was created to showcase the power and evolution that a great Friulian white can have. Consisting of equal parts Sauvignon and Chardonnay with a measure of Picolit, Vespa becomes a sum of its parts, a wine of uncommon complexity. A “Vespa” is a wasp in Italian.

A tightly wound balance of minerality and citrus, evolving over time into a more viscous expression of wildflowers, clover honey and mature pear. The palate sensations are more like those of a red wine. Its powerful tannic structure and acidic backbone lend it not only immediate impact but a long life.

Chardonnay and Sauvignon: Each varietal is vinified separately in 50% Allier Barrique and 50% stainless steel. The Picolit ferments in 500 liter Tonneaux. Following vinification, the wines rest in their respective vessels for almost a year on the lees, after which they are blended to create Vespa Bianco. The assemblage is bottle aged for an additional 1 1/2 years and released two and a half years after the vintage.