Tenuta Ulisse 'Unico' Terre di Chieti Cococciola IGT, Abruzzo, Italy

Fresh, expressive, and authentically Abruzzese, the 2024 Tenuta Ulisse 'Unico' Terre di Chieti Cococciola IGT, Abruzzo, Italy brings one of Italy’s rarest indigenous white grape varieties to the forefront. Grown exclusively in the sandy soils near Crecchio, this Cococciola bursts with minerality and citrus charm, offering a vibrant experience that showcases both regional character and modern winemaking finesse.

Product Details:

• Owner: Antonio and Luigi Ulisse
• Winemaker: Antonio Ulisse
• Grape Variety: 100% Cococciola
• Alcohol Content: 13.0% ABV
• Residual Sugar: 4.0 g/L
• Acidity: 5.5 g/L
• Body: Medium
• Farming Practices: Sustainable
• Soil Type: Sandy
• Fermentation: Stainless steel, cold fermentation (8–11°C)
• Aging: 3 months in stainless steel
• Production Method: Hand-harvested, cold maceration, and soft crushing in inert environment

Sensory Description:

This luminous straw-yellow wine with greenish reflections opens with vivid aromatics of citrus peel, green apple, and delicate white flowers. On the palate, it is dry, savory, and fresh, with a structured body and a persistent mineral finish that reflects its coastal terroir. Notes of pear and a subtle almond nuance round out the experience.

Winemaker's Background:

Founded in 2006 by brothers Antonio and Luigi Ulisse, Tenuta Ulisse is a benchmark of Abruzzo’s modern winemaking renaissance. Situated in Crecchio, the estate spans over 55 hectares of diverse vineyard land that is ideal for cultivating native Italian grape varieties. The Ulisse family's winemaking tradition goes back generations, and today the winery is known for combining innovation with deep regional roots. Their iconic horse-themed labels reflect a spirit of movement, freedom, and forward-thinking, while the commitment to sustainability and indigenous grapes like Cococciola places them at the forefront of Italy’s quality-driven producers.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 8–10°C (46–50°F) in a medium-sized white wine glass. This Cococciola pairs beautifully with seafood pasta, raw oysters, grilled white fish, or fresh cheeses like burrata or young pecorino. Its zesty freshness also complements vegetable risottos and light Mediterranean starters.

The 2022 Tenuta Ulisse 'Unico' Terre di Chieti Cococciola IGT, Abruzzo, Italy is a pure expression of local character, crafted with precision and care to deliver a refreshingly unique white wine experience from one of Italy’s most dynamic estates.