Verdicchio is the principal grape behind two Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) wines produced in the provinces of Ancona and Macerata, Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi and Verdicchio di Matelica. Verdicchio can produce wines that are light in colour with noticeably high acidity that can come across on the palate with citrus notes. Well-made examples from favourable vintages can have flavours of lemons and slight bitter almond notes. The light flavour and high acidity make this a wine that is a great match for more delicate dishes.