Bisci Verdicchio di Matelica 2024 from Italy’s Marche is a cracking organic white, all tension, citrus and chalky drive, punching well above its price for those who like their whites racy and mineral. This Bisci Verdicchio di Matelica 2024 shows pale straw colour with green hues, opening on white flowers, Meyer lemon, green apple, honeydew and a twist of herbs over a distinctly saline, stony backbone. The palate is dry, medium‑bodied and savoury, combining ripe fruit with bright acidity and that classic Matelica minerality for a long, balanced finish.

On the food front, it’s tailor‑made for seafood – oysters, grilled prawns, salt‑and‑pepper squid, garfish or a simple lemony fish and chips will all work a treat with its citrus and saline edge. It’s also spot‑on with pesto pasta, risotto, chicken schnitzel, pork with herbs and soft cheeses, making it a super‑versatile option for mid‑week dinners and relaxed long lunches. Serve nicely chilled, but let it warm a touch in the glass so the florals and stonefruit notes can really emerge.

For Australian drinkers, this is a brilliant alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio – certified organic vineyards at altitude, cement‑tank élevage and serious Italian critical love, including a “Bere Bene” quality‑value award from Gambero Rosso for the 2024 vintage. It’s an easy recommendation if you’re chasing a characterful, Mediterranean white that stays fresh, savoury and incredibly food‑friendly, with enough structure to handle richer dishes too.