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Vermentino is a white grape known for citrus, pear, herbs. Its best-known homes are Sardinia, Liguria.
Origin and history
Probably spread around the western Mediterranean from Spain or Liguria; DNA shows Pigato and Favorita are the same grape.
Where it grows
Sardinia (Gallura), Liguria, coastal Tuscany (Bolgheri, Maremma), Corsica, Provence, Languedoc and Australia.
Structure
Medium body with fresh to moderate acidity; dry and usually unoaked, with a gentle bitter finish.
Aromas, young and aged
Young: lemon, lime, pear, green apple, fennel and Mediterranean herbs. With age: honey, almond and saline notes.
Ageing
Most is best within 1–3 years; top Vermentino di Gallura can age 5–8 years.
Also known as
Rolle (France), Vermentinu (Corsica), Pigato (Liguria), Favorita (Piedmont).
Good to know
Vermentino di Gallura is Sardinia's only DOCG; in Provence, as Rolle, it is a key grape in many rosés.
Wine regions for Vermentino
Vermentino wines to try
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Ornellaia's white: aromatic, fresh and gently textured.
Food: Fish, pasta
Antichi Poderi di Jerzu Telavè Vermentino
Sardinia · Vermentino di Sardegna · Vermentino
Fresh Sardinian Vermentino with citrus and Mediterranean herbs.
Food: Seafood, salads
Antonella Corda Vermentino di Sardegna
Sardinia · Vermentino di Sardegna · Vermentino
Elegant grower Vermentino: saline, floral and precise.
Food: Fish, bottarga pasta
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