Ugone III Vermentino di Gallura

Producer:
Cantina della Vernaccia
Region:
Sardinia
Grape:
Vermentino di Gallura (100%)
Classification:
DOCG
Vintage:
2019
Capacity:
0.75 l

Dry white wine made from native Sardinia grape Vermentino, from the zone of Gallura. The provinces of Olbia and Sassari in the north-eastern part of the island are characterized by mountainous areas and granite soils, big temperature differences between day and night. Therefore, the white Vermentino is well naturalized in such conditions and it‘s the only wine of Sardinia that was awarded DOCG status. Ugone III is the name of a famous Sardinian ruler, which went down in history as a brave defender of the island against the invasions of Aragonians. A dense, even oily Vermentino, delighting by colour, structure and aromas. A fine wine with sea food and also with white meats in sauce.

Details

Color: intense straw yellow with greenish reflections, shimmering.
Aroma: aromatic, notes of white flowers, Mediterranean maquis of Sardinia.
Flavor: rich, soft, gently mineral.
Food matching: excellent with sea food and fish, white meats in sauce, fresh Pecorino sardo (Sardinian sheep cheese).
Serving temperature: 8°/10°C.
Alcohol content: 13,5%.

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