Tenuta Gorghi Tondi Meridiano 12 Zibibbo 2024

Tenuta Gorghi Tondi Meridiano 12 Zibibbo 2024 is an elegant and aromatic organic white wine from the heart of southwestern Sicily, around the coastal town of Mazara del Vallo. This wine is made from 100% Zibibbo grapes, an aromatic variety closely related to Muscat, which has thrived in this part of Sicily for centuries thanks to the warm Mediterranean climate, the salty sea air, and the mineral-rich sandy and limestone soils. The name Meridiano 12 refers to the 12th meridian, which runs directly through these vineyards and symbolizes the unique terroir in which the grapes are grown.

In the glass, the 2024 vintage shows a straw-yellow color with subtle green highlights, as if the Sicilian sun and the fresh sea breeze have created a delicate play of light. On the nose, the wine reveals a rich and refined bouquet with intense aromas of soft almond blossom, ripe apricot, citrus fruits such as mandarin and orange blossom, complemented by delicate hints of sage, jasmine, and light herbs. This combination provides a fragrant profile that is lively yet balanced and sophisticated.

On the palate, the wine continues this promise: it is fresh and vibrant, with a pleasant acidity that gives clarity to the flavors without being sharp. Fruity notes of peach and citrus are complemented by subtle floral hints and a soft, almost saline minerality that evokes the proximity of the Mediterranean Sea. The structure is balanced and refined, with a medium-length finish that invites another sip.

The 2024 edition of Meridiano 12 Zibibbo showcases the characteristics of its origin: Mediterranean warmth, aromatic intensity, and a fresh, harmonious expression of the Zibibbo grape. It is a wine that captures the essence of Sicily in a glass while presenting a modern and elegant profile.