About this wine
An elegant, lively expression of Favorita from a single parcel in Diano d'Alba at around 330m altitude with south-east exposure and calcareous marl soils. Cold, short pre-fermentative skin maceration is followed by soft pressing, fermentation, ageing on fine lees, and at least 12 months of bottle maturation. Pale straw yellow with delicate greenish reflections; a rich, multifaceted bouquet of white and yellow flowers, citrus fruit, toasted nuts and spice, with good acidity and lively drinkability.
A more textured, complex Favorita than the base bottling — a good next step for those who enjoyed the entry-level Langhe Favorita.
Sommelier's Note
"Fama proves Favorita can carry real weight and complexity — lees ageing and single-parcel focus give it a texture rarely seen in this variety."
Food Pairings
A step up from everyday whites — pairs with richer seafood dishes, white meat, and semi-aged cheeses.
When to drink it
Dinner parties, pairing with richer seafood or white meat dishes
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Favorita
- Style
- White
- Price Range
- $18-25
Terroir & Winemaking
From a single parcel in Diano d'Alba (~330m altitude, south-east exposure, calcareous marl soils). Cold pre-fermentative skin maceration, soft pressing, fermentation, ageing on fine lees, minimum 12 months bottle ageing before release.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Fama different from a typical Favorita?
- It comes from a single selected parcel and undergoes cold pre-fermentative maceration, lees ageing, and at least 12 months of bottle ageing, giving it more complexity and texture than a standard Favorita.
- What does Fama taste like?
- Pale straw yellow with greenish reflections, showing white and yellow flowers, citrus, toasted nuts and spice, with good acidity and lively drinkability.
- What food pairs well with Fama?
- Richer seafood dishes, white meat, and semi-aged cheeses suit its texture and complexity well.
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