Falanghina (Italy)

Falanghina is a white wine grape from the Campania region in Southern Italy.

Typical Flavors


Lemon
Lemon
Flowers
Flowers
Orange Zest
Orange Zest
Honey
Honey

Almonds
Almonds
Pine
Pine
Spices
Spices
Mineral
Minerals

Falanghina is quite unique in flavors:
Lemon. Citrus Blossom. Bitter Orange. Honey.
Almonds. Pine Scent. Spicy. Mineral.

Profile

Falanghina is known to be aromatic, with good body, and good acidity:

SUGARDry
BODYMedium
FRUITMedium
ACIDITYMedium
Serving temperature:
10-12°C (50-54°F)

Food Pairing


Aperitif
Aperitif
Crab
Seafood
Fish
Fish
Fish Soup
Fish Soup

Soup
Hearty Soups
Chicken
Chicken
Chips
Chips
Soft Cheese
Soft Cheese

Falanghina pairs well with acidic and tastefull dishes.

Pairing Suggestions

Excellent Pairing:
Fritto Misto di Mare (Mixed Fried Seafood). Clams. Shellfish. Prawns.
Grilled or Fried White Fish. Sea Bass.
Seafood Pasta and Seafood Risotto. Fish Soup.
Raw Fish. Sashimi.
Baccalà (Dry Cod). Salmon.
Vinegar Salad. Caprese Salad.
White Meat. Soups.

Cheese:
Soft-Semi Soft Cheese. Mozzarella. Feta. Gouda.

Italian Specialities:
Seafood Pasta and Seafood Risotto.