Lunaria
Civitas Pecorino
Italy
Great, especially for the price. Fresh, bright aromatics of green apple (green jolly rancher), slight nuttiness. Citrusy palate, soft finish. Great everydayer.
Great, especially for the price. Fresh, bright aromatics of green apple (green jolly rancher), slight nuttiness. Citrusy palate, soft finish. Great everydayer.
Apr 9th, 2018
2018 vintage. Nicely rounded and character-ful, much more so than any other Pecorino I've tried. Dried chamomile, white tea, white peach, yellow pear, Honeycrisp apple, peach blossom.
2018 vintage. Nicely rounded and character-ful, much more so than any other Pecorino I've tried. Dried chamomile, white tea, white peach, yellow pear, Honeycrisp apple, peach blossom.
1 person found it helpfulOct 16th, 2019
Lunaria – “Civitas” Pecorino 2024
Abruzzo – Italy 🇮🇹 | Biodynamic (Demeter), Organic, Vegan-Friendly
Overview
Crafted from 100% Pecorino, an indigenous grape of central Italy, “Civitas” is made by Lunaria under strict biodynamic and organic principles. Certified by Demeter, it represents both sustainability and authenticity, offering a pure expression of this versatile variety. (Educational note: Pecorino grapes, once nearly forgotten, are now celebrated for their high acidity, aromatic lift, and ability to pair with diverse cuisines.)
Aromas & Flavors
Stone fruits (peach, apricot, yellow plum) at the forefront, balanced with citrus zest, green apple, and subtle herbal tones. Secondary hints of almond and white flowers give lift.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with bright acidity and excellent balance. Crisp, textural, and refreshing, finishing long with a delicious, mineral-driven edge.
Food Pairings
Extremely versatile: pairs with seafood, pasta with clams, grilled chicken, risotto, or fresh cheeses. Also a great choice for vegetarian dishes.
Verdict
A delightful Pecorino — fresh, balanced, and crowd-pleasing. The 2024 Lunaria “Civitas” is not only delicious but also a model of sustainable, biodynamic winemaking. 🍷
Did You Know?
Pecorino means “little sheep” in Italian, as the grape often grew along sheep-grazing paths in Abruzzo and Marche. Once endangered, it’s now one of central Italy’s great white grape revival stories.
Hidden Gem 💎
An indigenous revival grape, made biodynamic, organic, and vegan-friendly — Lunaria’s 2024 “Civitas” is both authentic and progressive, a perfect teaching bottle.
Lunaria – “Civitas” Pecorino 2024
Abruzzo – Italy 🇮🇹 | Biodynamic (Demeter), Organic, Vegan-Friendly
Overview
Crafted from 100% Pecorino, an indigenous grape of central Italy, “Civitas” is made by Lunaria under strict biodynamic and organic principles. Certified by Demeter, it represents both sustainability and authenticity, offering a pure expression of this versatile variety. (Educational note: Pecorino grapes, once nearly forgotten, are now celebrated for their high acidity, aromatic lift, and ability to pair with diverse cuisines.)
Aromas & Flavors
Stone fruits (peach, apricot, yellow plum) at the forefront, balanced with citrus zest, green apple, and subtle herbal tones. Secondary hints of almond and white flowers give lift.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with bright acidity and excellent balance. Crisp, textural, and refreshing, finishing long with a delicious, mineral-driven edge.
Food Pairings
Extremely versatile: pairs with seafood, pasta with clams, grilled chicken, risotto, or fresh cheeses. Also a great choice for vegetarian dishes.
Verdict
A delightful Pecorino — fresh, balanced, and crowd-pleasing. The 2024 Lunaria “Civitas” is not only delicious but also a model of sustainable, biodynamic winemaking. 🍷
Did You Know?
Pecorino means “little sheep” in Italian, as the grape often grew along sheep-grazing paths in Abruzzo and Marche. Once endangered, it’s now one of central Italy’s great white grape revival stories.
Hidden Gem 💎
An indigenous revival grape, made biodynamic, organic, and vegan-friendly — Lunaria’s 2024 “Civitas” is both authentic and progressive, a perfect teaching bottle.
Light aroma, golden yellow hue, creamy texture, semi-sweet citrus accents, sweeter up front with a more acidic finish, very nice with fruit and cheese and salty fish.
Light aroma, golden yellow hue, creamy texture, semi-sweet citrus accents, sweeter up front with a more acidic finish, very nice with fruit and cheese and salty fish.
Mar 28th, 2025
Rich and ripe, overripe apple, fruity, herbaceous, notes of the oxygen rich aging. Well balanced and good for supporting fresh starters (ceviche, tartare) as well as fish dishes.
Rich and ripe, overripe apple, fruity, herbaceous, notes of the oxygen rich aging. Well balanced and good for supporting fresh starters (ceviche, tartare) as well as fish dishes.
Aug 27th, 2020
Tangerines and lemons with a dash of sea salt. Tart and acidic. Hit the spot.
Tangerines and lemons with a dash of sea salt. Tart and acidic. Hit the spot.
Jun 15th, 2020
Orangish hue white plums super refreshing saline savory loved it
“Wine for me” says Kim
Orangish hue white plums super refreshing saline savory loved it
“Wine for me” says Kim
Lunaria is making very good biodynamic wines at a price point that makes you wonder. Civitas is mostly Pecornio - it comes with big notes of orange blossom and subtler white flower with good acid.
Lunaria is making very good biodynamic wines at a price point that makes you wonder. Civitas is mostly Pecornio - it comes with big notes of orange blossom and subtler white flower with good acid.
Mar 26th, 2020Very good for almost no money. You wouldn’t notice at first but this is off dry. Pale gold, apple orchard, orange blossom, blanched almonds, and dried hay.
Very good for almost no money. You wouldn’t notice at first but this is off dry. Pale gold, apple orchard, orange blossom, blanched almonds, and dried hay.
Aug 9th, 2019