TIBERIO 'Quarmari' Pecorino Colline Pescaresi IGT 2023 Bottle

Description

We are excited to present a small allocation of Cristiana’s highly acclaimed first vintage, Quarmari, made from a specific biotype of the Pecorino grape cultivated in her 25-year-old vineyard. This exceptional wine showcases the results of thorough biotype and terroir studies, leading to the creation of a "Super Pecorino" of remarkable quality. Ian D'Agata awarded it 98 points, describing its bright medium golden yellow hue and complex aromas of candied lemon, sage, and flint, with a hint of banana. The palate reveals building intensity, featuring fresh yellow fruit, ginger, and mineral flavours, all balanced by laser-like acidity. With only 1,500 bottles produced, this impressive wine is already nearly sold out, making it a must-try for enthusiasts.

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We are particularly excited to have a very small allocation of Cristiana’s highly acclaimed first vintage of Quarmari to offer – made from a specific biotype of the Pecorino grape which grows in the central part of her 25 year old vineyard. As Eric Guido writes, “It is a product of biotype and terroir studies that have created a ‘Super Pecorino’ of the highest quality.”

IAN D'AGATA 98 points
Bright medium golden yellow. Delicately nuanced aromas of candied lemon, sage, peach, stem ginger, acacia, and flint are complicated by a whisper of banana and an intensely pure mineral undertone. There’s sneaky but building intensity and concentration to its fresh and energetic yellow fruit, ginger and mineral flavours. Laser-like but harmonious acidity provides excellent cut to the powerful, tactile mouthfeel that lingers impressively on the vibrant, saline back end. A little cellaring will help this smoothen out further and gain in volume, while focusing further its remarkable minerality and purity. Only 1500 bottles made and it’s basically already all sold out; If you like a good Chablis Blanchots, you’ll love this.

VINOUS 96 points
Drinking Window 2025 - 2032
From: Abruzzo Weathers the Storm: Surviving the 2023 and 2024 Vintages (May 2025)
The 2023 Pecorino Quarmari sneaks up on you with a bouquet that starts quite understated and coy but becomes explosive with time. A burst of crushed rocks and sage gives way to nuances of green apple and sweet spice. It possesses a deep, glycerol-like texture, nearly oily in feel, with tart orchard fruits and masses of stimulating citrus further enhanced by a core of brisk acidity. The 2023 finishes with a gentle tannic heft, leaving hints of salted lime to linger. The Quarmari takes Pecorino to a whole new level. - By Eric Guido on May 2025