Librandi Critone Val di Neto Bianco is an exquisite Italian white wine originating from the picturesque region of Calabria. It is crafted from a blend of international Chardonnay and local Sauvignon grapes, bestowing it with a lovely freshness. This wine has an alluring bright straw colour, inviting the senses to a bouquet of ripe golden apples, peaches, and floral nuances. The taste is fruity, balanced with just the right amount of acidity. Versatile enough to accompany light starters or seafood dishes, this wine is extremely pleasant on the palate and encapsulates the lush Mediterranean essence in every bottle.

Tasting Notes

A white wine with a great personality and a distinct freshness. Fresh and savory wine, deep and lingering at the same time: our idea of an international white.

About the Winery

Librandi is a prestigious winery situated in the picturesque region of Calabria, Italy. The winery is renowned for its rich, time-honoured tradition and innovative technical approaches to wine production, marrying modern technology with deep-rooted Italian wine culture.

The winery was established in the 1950s by two brothers, Antonio and Nicodemo Librandi. Driven by their passion for wine and an eagerness to revitalise the Calabrian wine industry, they put in great efforts to develop high-quality, region-specific wines. Today, the business is managed with the same profound passion by the next generations, upholding the Librandi family standard of dedication and quality.

Librandi vineyards span approximately 350 hectares, ripe with grape varieties that include both indigenous and internationally recognised ones. The estate is well-acknowledged for cultivating frequent Calabrian varieties such as Gaglioppo and Magliocco. The winery also experiments with international varieties to create unique blends, adding a modern touch to their wines.

The winery utilises the latest technology in vinification, bottling and ageing processes without forgetting the organoleptic character of their wines. In recent years they have also invested in organic farming methods to protect their vineyards biodiversity and environment’s health! Besides, they received several accreditations and awards, acknowledging their commitment to quality and sustainability.

Tours of this famous estate offer the opportunity to experience the vineyard and production areas firsthand. Visitors can thoroughly explore the Librandi wine-making journey, from grape to bottle. Furthermore, avid wine enthusiasts are afforded the opportunity to sample some of the winery's award-winning output, accompanied by exquisite regional dishes..

Throughout the years, Librandi has managed to mark an impressive imprint in the international wine scene. With their dedication to quality, commitment to sustainability, and the heartfelt passion for their craft, they truly embody the spirit and character of Italian viniculture.

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