This bottle was opened as a playful nod to my son’s childhood nickname, “Ieji,” while he was back home visiting. It originally came in Ukkiuki-san’s lucky bag.
Verdicchio is one of the signature white wines of the Marche region. The bottle immediately catches the eye with its unusual shape, modeled after an amphora. The wine itself shows a medium yellow with a hint of green. On the nose, there are notes of grapefruit, citrus, and mineral, with subtle hints of nuts. The palate is dry, with firm acidity and a moderate body, making it easy to enjoy with seafood. This is not a wine meant to be the sole star of the table, but it’s the kind of bottle that brings a quiet delight when served casually at a trattoria.
Both of our children are now adults and can enjoy drinks with us. Our daughter only sips occasionally, but our son seems quite interested in wine. Sharing a bottle from the cellar with him when he comes home has become a small but meaningful pleasure.