The Mediterranean breeze in a glass

Mare IGP Calabria Bianco by Cantine Benvenuto expresses the deep connection between the Calabrian landscape and the Mediterranean. It is born from the meeting of Zibibbo and Malvasia, two aromatic grape varieties that capture the bright, sun-filled character of this part of Calabria.

Elegant and immediately expressive, Mare combines the intense aromas of Mediterranean scrub with freshness and a distinctive savory character. It is a wine that brings the sensation of sea breezes to the glass, together with the energy of granitic soils and the biodiversity of the Calabrian hills.

The winemaker's notes

"Mare comes from the meeting of two aromatic souls: Zibibbo, with its intensity and unmistakable Mediterranean character, and Malvasia, which brings elegance and harmony. I love it because it shows how a white wine can express a territory with such a strong personality."

— Yuri Stefani

Why we chose it

We chose Cantine Benvenuto's Mare because it offers an authentic taste of a Calabria that still has so much to discover.

It is an expressive yet balanced white: aromatic without being overpowering, fresh but with enough structure and savory character to make it genuinely gastronomic.

An ideal choice for those looking beyond the better-known international grape varieties and want to discover a white wine that tells the Mediterranean through its aromas, freshness, and strong sense of place.

The territory

The grapes come from Francavilla Angitola (VV), within the Serre Regional Park, at approximately 350 metres above sea level.

The vineyards lie on natural terraces formed over a granitic matrix rich in minerals, a distinctive geological feature that contributes energy and a pronounced savory character to the wines.

The organically cultivated vines are spur-pruned and benefit from the Mediterranean climate and significant day-night temperature variations, which encourage balanced ripening while preserving freshness and aromatic intensity.

The winery

Cantine Benvenuto was founded from Giovanni Benvenuto's vision of rediscovering and enhancing Calabria's wine heritage through a production deeply rooted in the territory and respectful of nature.

The winery works primarily with native and Mediterranean varieties such as Zibibbo, Malvasia, Greco Nero, and Magliocco, combining careful vineyard management, manual harvesting, and a low-intervention approach in the cellar designed to preserve the identity of the grapes.

Technical sheet

Appellation: IGP Calabria Bianco

Grape varieties: Zibibbo and Malvasia

Region: Calabria

Area: Francavilla Angitola (VV)

Altitude: 350 m a.s.l.

Vineyard age: Approximately 25 years

Training system: Spur-pruned cordon

Cultivation: Organic

Harvest: Manual, during the second and third weeks of September, in the coolest hours of the day.

Vinification: Careful grape selection followed by destemming and soft pressing. Fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature to preserve the grapes' aromatic character.

Aging: Maturation in stainless steel on fine lees with regular bâtonnage, followed by further bottle aging.

Alcohol: 14% vol.

In the glass

Color

Brilliant straw yellow with delicate greenish highlights.

Aroma

Intense and captivating, with aromas of exotic fruit, citrus, white flowers, orange blossom, and elegant Mediterranean notes.

Taste

Fresh, harmonious, and distinctly savory. The aromatic richness is balanced by a mineral, energetic character that gives the wine freshness and persistence.

An elegant and expressive white wine that combines Mediterranean character with freshness and drinkability.

Food pairings

Perfect with:

• Raw seafood

• Shellfish and mollusks

• Spaghetti with clams

• Grilled fish

• Fried seafood

• Sushi and Asian cuisine

• Fresh cheeses

• Mediterranean appetizers