Monastero Suore Cistercensi, Lazio Bianco “Ruscum”, 2024 120725NRHONE they have fermented and aged

they have fermented and aged wines in buried terracotta amphorae (giare)

the result is savory

The 2024 shows classic Semillon waxiness with firm phenolics and underlying freshness

a proprietary yeast

Koehler-Ruprecht farms a prime southeast-facing parcel of old vines here

Monastero Suore Cistercensi, Lazio Bianco “Ruscum”, 2024 120725NRHONE they have fermented and agedMade by Cistercian nuns who've farmed 5 hectares organically for 30 years in Lazio's volcanic soil. This 'Ruscum' orange wine (fermented 15+ days on skins) is rare, limited to 4,000 bottles, and tastes like apricot jam caught between wildflowers and white pepper. An adventure in every glass.