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Zensa Fiano IGP Salento, Italy
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Zensa Fiano IGP Salento, Italy
TASTING NOTES
Zensa Fiano displays a bright straw-yellow colour, opening with an elegant bouquet of ripe peach, juicy mango and fresh citrus, accompanied by delicate honeysuckle, floral blossom and subtle hints of Mediterranean sage. The palate is crisp and beautifully refreshing, revealing generous layers of tropical fruit and ripe orchard flavours balanced by lively, mouth-watering acidity. A gentle, rounded texture brings harmony and depth without compromising the wine’s freshness, while delicate herbal nuances add complexity. Elegant, vibrant and wonderfully expressive, it finishes long and persistent, leaving an appealing impression of ripe fruit, citrus freshness and subtle Mediterranean character.
Why You’ll Love This Wine
You’ll love Zensa Fiano for its delicious combination of fragrant fruit, lively freshness and subtle Mediterranean character. It offers the aromatic appeal of a tropical-fruited white with the crisp, food-friendly balance that makes Fiano such a rewarding discovery. Produced from organically cultivated grapes, it’s a particularly appealing choice for anyone looking beyond familiar Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio. Enjoy it with grilled king prawns, lemon-roasted chicken or creamy courgette risotto, or open a bottle for a relaxed garden lunch, summer gathering or Italian-inspired evening with friends.
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Extended Wine information
Zensa Fiano IGP Salento is a beautifully aromatic organic white wine from the warm, sun-drenched vineyards of southern Puglia, the region forming the heel of Italy’s boot. Produced by Orion Wines under its Zensa label, it captures the distinctive character of the Fiano grape, combining generous Mediterranean fruit with lively acidity and a wonderfully refreshing finish.
The wine is made from 100% Fiano, a traditional southern Italian white grape celebrated for its aromatic complexity, attractive texture and ability to retain freshness in warm growing conditions.
The grapes are sourced from low-yielding, organically cultivated vineyards in Salento, where the Mediterranean climate provides abundant sunshine while coastal breezes help moderate the summer heat. These conditions encourage the development of ripe peach and tropical-fruit flavours without sacrificing the natural acidity that gives the wine its elegant balance.
The vines are approximately 10–15 years old, trained using the spurred-cordon system and planted at a density of around 5,000 vines per hectare.
Harvesting takes place by hand in late August, during the cooler early morning hours, helping preserve the grapes’ delicate aromas and freshness before they reach the winery.
Following careful destemming and gentle pressing, the juice is chilled and allowed to settle before undergoing fermentation in stainless-steel tanks at a controlled temperature. A short period resting on the fine lees adds subtle texture and harmony while preserving the wine’s expressive fruit character.
In the glass, Zensa Fiano displays a bright straw-yellow colour, opening with inviting aromas of peach, mango, citrus blossom and delicate sage. The palate is crisp and beautifully balanced, with ripe tropical fruit, fresh citrus and an appealing rounded texture leading to a long, refreshing finish.
Its combination of fruit, freshness and subtle herbal complexity makes it particularly versatile with food, from grilled seafood and white fish to roast chicken, creamy pasta and Mediterranean vegetable dishes.
Whether you’re preparing a leisurely Italian lunch, entertaining friends or simply looking for a fresh, characterful alternative to more familiar white grapes, Zensa Fiano delivers authentic southern Italian personality, organic credentials and exceptional everyday enjoyment.
Grape Varieties
- 100% Fiano
ABV
- 12.5%
Organic | Vegan
75cl
| Country | Italy |
|---|---|
| Grape | Fiano |
Producer
Pronounced SENZA. The Italian definition of “without”, or “to do without”. No chemicals, no pesticides. Only what Mother Nature has given us. A range of incredibly delicious wines produced using exclusively organic grapes.
We promote biodiversity and allow plants other than vines to grow in and around the vineyard. Biodiversity helps regulate the vineyard soil by attracting beneficial insects, spiders and predatory mites, as well as providing shelter and food (pollen, nectar and other bugs), and replaces the need for chemical pesticides or insecticides. What cannot be fully controlled through biodiversity can still be managed organically, through the use of naturally-occurring plant or mineral extracts, which leave no residues in the soil.
We also do not use any weed/killers, preferring to let the weeds grow. The weeds and grass are then mowed periodically so that the cut weeds rot back into the soil, which provides us with great organic fertiliser.
Wine Region
Salento – Puglia, Southern Italy
Puglia, also known as Apulia, forms the distinctive heel of Italy’s boot and is one of the country’s most important wine-producing regions. Surrounded by the Adriatic Sea to the east and the Ionian Sea to the west, it enjoys a warm Mediterranean climate characterised by abundant sunshine, relatively mild winters and long, dry summers.
At the southern end of Puglia lies Salento, a peninsula renowned for its historic vineyards, olive groves, limestone landscapes and deeply rooted agricultural traditions.
The region’s vineyards benefit from generous sunshine, allowing grapes to develop attractive ripeness and expressive fruit flavours. At the same time, cooling breezes from the surrounding seas help moderate temperatures and support the retention of freshness.
Salento is particularly associated with red varieties such as Primitivo and Negroamaro, but its Mediterranean conditions also provide an excellent environment for aromatic white grapes, including Fiano.
The grapes for Zensa Fiano are sourced from organically cultivated, low-yielding vineyards in southern Puglia, where the combination of sunshine, maritime influence and careful vineyard management encourages expressive fruit and balanced acidity.
Fiano is especially well suited to these conditions because it can develop generous peach and tropical-fruit character while retaining the freshness needed for a crisp, elegant white wine.
The result is a beautifully balanced expression of southern Italy, combining ripe Mediterranean fruit, delicate floral and herbal aromatics, and refreshing acidity.
Zensa Fiano offers an inviting introduction to the white wines of Puglia, demonstrating that this celebrated southern Italian region can produce wines of elegance and aromatic complexity as well as its famous rich reds.
Food Pairings
Traditional Local Puglian Pairing
- Orecchiette alle cime di rapa – Traditional Puglian ear-shaped pasta with turnip greens
One of Puglia’s most celebrated regional dishes, orecchiette alle cime di rapa combines the region’s distinctive ear-shaped pasta with tender turnip greens, garlic, olive oil and a gentle touch of chilli. Traditional versions often include anchovies, adding a savoury depth to the dish.
Zensa Fiano is an excellent partner for this classic southern Italian speciality. Its crisp acidity refreshes the palate against the richness of the olive oil, while its ripe peach and citrus flavours balance the slightly bitter greens. The wine’s delicate herbal notes complement the vegetables and garlic, creating a beautifully harmonious Mediterranean pairing.
Other Excellent Pairings
Zensa Fiano is equally delicious with grilled king prawns, lemon-baked sea bass, crab linguine, seafood risotto, roast chicken, grilled courgettes, asparagus and creamy vegetable pasta.
For an elegant seafood supper, serve with linguine ai gamberi e limone – linguine with prawns and lemon, allowing the wine’s citrus freshness and tropical-fruit character to complement the sweetness of the prawns.
Vegetarian dishes such as courgette risotto, roasted Mediterranean vegetables and burrata with grilled peaches also work particularly well.
For cheese, try fresh burrata, mozzarella di bufala, young Pecorino or creamy goat’s cheese, where the wine’s freshness provides an appealing contrast to the richness and texture.
Occasion & Lifestyle
Perfect for: Summer lunches, seafood suppers, garden parties, Italian-inspired dinners, relaxed entertaining, picnics, aperitifs and evenings with friends.
Wine personality: Fresh, aromatic, elegant, expressive, balanced and approachable.
Ideal for: Lovers of crisp Italian whites, customers seeking an alternative to Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc, organic and vegan wine enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys aromatic white wines with ripe fruit and refreshing acidity.
Frequently Asked Quesions
What is Zensa Fiano?
Zensa Fiano is an organic Italian white wine from Salento in Puglia, produced by Orion Wines. Made from 100% Fiano grapes, it combines expressive peach, citrus and tropical-fruit aromas with crisp acidity and a beautifully balanced finish.
What grape is used in Zensa Fiano?
Zensa is made from 100% Fiano, a traditional southern Italian white grape celebrated for its aromatic complexity, ripe orchard-fruit flavours and ability to retain freshness in warm Mediterranean climates.
What does Zensa Fiano taste like?
Expect inviting aromas of peach, mango, citrus blossom and delicate sage, followed by a crisp, refreshing palate with tropical-fruit flavours, balanced acidity and a long, elegant finish.
Is Zensa Fiano dry or sweet?
Zensa Fiano is a dry white wine. Its ripe peach and tropical-fruit flavours give it an appealing generosity, but the overall character is fresh, balanced and refreshing rather than sweet.
Where is Zensa Fiano produced?
Zensa Fiano comes from organically cultivated vineyards in Salento, southern Puglia, the region forming the heel of Italy’s boot. The Mediterranean climate helps produce expressive fruit while coastal breezes support freshness.
Is Zensa Fiano organic?
Yes. Zensa Fiano is made from organically cultivated grapes, grown without synthetic chemical pesticides or herbicides as part of the brand’s commitment to environmentally responsible viticulture.
Is Zensa Fiano vegan?
Yes. Zensa Fiano is vegan-friendly, with no animal-derived products used during its production. It is also suitable for vegetarians.
Is Zensa Fiano full-bodied?
Zensa Fiano is a medium-light to medium-bodied white wine, combining expressive fruit with a fresh, crisp palate. A short period on fine lees adds subtle texture without making the wine heavy.
Is Zensa Fiano aged in oak?
Zensa Fiano is produced using stainless-steel fermentation and a short period of fine-lees maturation, preserving its fresh fruit, delicate floral aromas and vibrant character rather than developing a pronounced oaky style.
What food goes best with Zensa Fiano?
Zensa Fiano pairs beautifully with grilled seafood, prawns, white fish, creamy pasta, roast chicken, Mediterranean vegetables and fresh cheeses. Its combination of ripe fruit and refreshing acidity makes it particularly versatile at the table.
Is Zensa Fiano good with seafood?
Absolutely. Its crisp acidity, delicate citrus notes and ripe peach character make it an excellent partner for grilled prawns, crab, sea bass, seafood linguine and risotto.
Is Zensa Fiano similar to Pinot Grigio?
Both wines can be crisp, dry and refreshing. However, Zensa Fiano generally offers more expressive peach, tropical-fruit and herbal aromas, making it an appealing alternative for Pinot Grigio drinkers looking for something with a little more aromatic character.
Is Zensa Fiano similar to Sauvignon Blanc?
Zensa Fiano shares Sauvignon Blanc’s refreshing acidity and food-friendly character, but its flavour profile is different. Fiano offers ripe peach, mango, floral and subtle herbal notes, rather than the pronounced grassy or gooseberry flavours often associated with Sauvignon Blanc.
Can I drink Zensa Fiano without food?
Yes. Its fresh acidity, expressive fruit and elegant finish make it an excellent aperitif wine, particularly for a sunny afternoon, relaxed garden gathering or informal evening with friends.
What temperature should I serve Zensa Fiano at?
Serve Zensa Fiano chilled at approximately 8–10°C. This temperature preserves its refreshing character while allowing its delicate peach, citrus and floral aromas to develop.
Should Zensa Fiano be decanted?
No. Zensa Fiano is designed to be enjoyed for its youthful fruit and freshness, so decanting is unnecessary. Simply chill to the recommended temperature and enjoy.
How long can I keep Zensa Fiano?
Zensa Fiano is best enjoyed young, when its delicate floral aromas, ripe fruit and refreshing acidity are at their most expressive. It is intended for early enjoyment rather than extended cellaring.
What makes Zensa Fiano special?
Its distinctive appeal comes from the combination of 100% organically grown Fiano grapes, the sunny vineyards of Salento, careful stainless-steel winemaking and a beautifully balanced palate of tropical fruit, citrus and delicate herbs. It offers an expressive, refreshing alternative to more familiar Italian white wines.
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