Marina Cvetic Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC Riserva

This wine from Masciarelli has impressively demonstrated for years that Trebbiano d'Abruzzo can be considered one of Italy's great white Riserva wines. Not a light everyday wine—but a structured white wine with genuine aging potential.

The Masciarelli winery is one of the most prestigious names in Abruzzo. Founded by Gianni Masciarelli, it is now run by his wife , Marina Cvetic , after whom this line is named. The grapes grow on the Teatinian hills in the province of Chieti—calcareous soils, a continental climate with cool nights that preserve acidity and freshness. Aging in French oak barrels gives the wine texture and depth without masking the fruit.

A brilliant golden yellow in the glass. The nose offers ripe mirabelle plum, dried apricot, a hint of acacia honey, and subtle toasty aromas from oak aging. On the palate, it is full-bodied with a creamy texture, supported by lively acidity—not a heavy, heavy wine, but one with tension and a long, spicy finish. Drinking window: now until 2030.

Serving temperature 10–12 °C. Pairs well with Saltimbocca alla Romana , roasted leg of lamb with herbs, mature Pecorino cheese, or a creamy risotto with white truffle.