Paolo Bea Santa Chiara Umbria Bianco 2020

Paolo Bea Santa Chiara Umbria Bianco 2020

Paolo Bea
$55.00

Grape: Grechetto, Malvasia, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Garganega
Vintage: 2020
Type: White

Paolo Bea's Santa Chiara Umbria Bianco 2020 is a stunning white wine that offers a complex and captivating profile. The nose is aromatic with fresh, citrus-driven notes of lemon zest, green apple, and a hint of floral character, complemented by a subtle minerality. On the palate, the wine displays vibrant acidity, balancing its rich texture with a touch of honeyed sweetness and a delicate herbal undertone. The wine is well-structured, with layers of flavor that unfold gradually, showcasing a perfect harmony between the fruit and a slight nutty finish. A beautifully crafted, elegant expression of Umbria.

Paolo Bea is one of the great reference points for traditional, natural-minded wine in Umbria. Based in Montefalco, the Bea family farms Sagrantino, Sangiovese, Montepulciano and local white varieties with a deep respect for mixed agriculture and the rhythms of the farm. The wines are fermented spontaneously, often macerated for long periods, bottled without filtration and released only when they feel ready. They can be powerful, tannic and uncompromising, but they also carry warmth, honesty and a profound connection to place. Bea's wines are not designed to flatter quickly; they ask the drinker to meet them on their own terms.