An ancient variety but very new to Australia, Falanghina originates in the Campania region of Italy north of Naples. Aromas of citrus, ripe pear and white peach, layered with subtle hints of wildflowers and a whisper of sea spray.
Duck Hollow is a collection of wines developed by Latitude 32 owner Emma White to honour individual wine regions of Europe. The first ‘Naples Collection’ celebrates three of the native varieties of this southern Italian region: Falanghina, Fiano and Aglianico. Made by winemaker Adam Holmberg, this range is designed to deliver a new world take on old world varieties.
We thought it would be fun to include this wine as we have never had this variety in the House before. Originating in the Campania region north of Naples, Falanghina is considered a semi-aromatic variety. It has been grown in Australia for less than a decade and as a late ripening variety it is better suited to hot, dry climates. Aromas of citrus, ripe pear and white peach, layered with subtle hints of wildflowers and a whisper of sea spray. On the palate, it is lively yet textured, offering flavours of lemon pith, golden apple and chamomile, all supported by a fine, mineral-driven backbone.
