La Stoppa Ageno 2020: A Masterpiece from Emilia-Romagna’s Vineyards

Producer: La Stoppa
Region: Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Blend: 90% Malvasia di Candia Aromatica, 10% Ortrugo & Trebbiano Toscano
Vintage: 2020
Alcohol: 13%
Awards: Vinous 93 Points

Elevate your wine experience with La Stoppa’s Ageno 2020, a captivating orange wine that embodies the essence of Italian winemaking. Crafted from a harmonious blend of 90% Malvasia di Candia Aromatica and 10% Ortrugo & Trebbiano Toscano, this vintage offers a sensory journey like no other. Its deep orange hue in the glass is just the beginning—a mesmerizing bouquet unfolds with tropical notes of melon and peach, complemented by hints of gingery spice, delicate flower petals, and a whisper of fresh vanilla bean.

On the palate, Ageno 2020 delivers a textural richness that evolves into a dynamic interplay of sweet and sour flavors. Ripe kiwi meets tart blood orange, while a touch of fresh mint adds a refreshing lift. The finish is elegantly dry, leaving a lingering impression of honeyed florals that slowly fade.

What sets Ageno apart is its unique winemaking process. The grapes, co-planted and averaging 30 years of age, are hand-harvested and fermented with native yeasts in tank without sulfur. The wine undergoes an extended maceration on the skins for four months (six months in 2018), followed by aging in 40-hectoliter Slavonian oak botti for at least two years. Bottled without filtration or sulfur, it ages further to perfection.

Perfect for skin-contact wine enthusiasts, Ageno 2020 is a testament to La Stoppa’s commitment to tradition and quality. Named in homage to the estate’s original owner, Giancarlo Ageno, this wine is released when deemed ready, not by vintage sequence.

Price and availability may vary. Vintage date may differ from pictured.