What to Know About the Vermentino Wine?

“What is the Vermentino wine?” If you have never heard of this wine before and asking this exact question now, then you came to the right place!

This discussion will be all about this wine. You might have come here not knowing much about this wine. However, by the end of this discussion, you will likely be able to talk about it like a pro!

There is so much to talk about the Vermentino wine. With that, let us jump right in!

An Overview of the Vermentino Wine

Before we dive right in, let us take a quick look at the overview of this wine to get a feel for it, if you will.

Characteristics	Vermentino
Type	White
Sweetness	Dry
Acidity	High
Tannins	Low
Alcohol	Medium
Body	Light
Notes	Limes and Almonds

This wine is typically a white variety. It tends to be dry, sporting high acidity, low tannicity, and medium alcohol.

On the other hand, it is generally light, with notes of limes and almonds. However, keep in mind that this is only a general look. It is possible to find a Vermentino wine that differs slightly from this profile.

We now got that out of the way. Next, let us now delve deeper, starting with the history.

Brief History of the Vermentino Wine

It is clear that the Vermentino wine is a wine to try. However, its history is not so clear.

There is a theory that assumes its grape originated from Asia. However, there is another that believes it came from Spain. Wherever the origin of this grape, it is now known to be Italy’s grape. Despite that, it is slowly but surely finding its way into different parts of the world.

What Is the Vermentino Wine Grape?

There are two ways wines get their name. A bottle of wine can get its name from the region that manufactured it. On the other hand, a bottle of wine can get its name from the grape that makes up its bottle.

As you can guess, the Vermentino wine falls under the latter. With that, it uses Vermentino grapes!

The Vermentino is a white variety with light skin and an orange-yellow hue. It is commonly found in sun-kissed areas and is known to express terroir well.

How Do They Make Vermentino Wine?

This wine follows the usual steps in the winemaking process. However, some factors are worth noting in its winemaking process.

For one, Vermentino wines tend to be unoaked.

For another, there are two common styles to make this wine, and one of the main differences between the two is the presence of diacetyl in one. As you can guess, one of the two undergoes malolactic fermentation.

Finally, there is also a Vermentino wine that is under a DOCG. As you can expect, the process of making this wine undergoes strict rules and regulations.

What Are the Characteristics of the Vermentino Wine?

We took a good look at the behind-the-scenes of this wine. Now, let us talk about what you can expect from a bottle of Vermentino wine.

Wine Type

As we have said in the overview, the Vermentino wine tends to be white. However, it also has a fizzy variety that fans of the fizz can enjoy!

Sweetness

This wine tends to be dry. However, there are some bottles of it that seem to have some sweetness in them for those who like their sweet stuff.

Acidity

On the other hand, this wine is generally highly acidic. One could say it is one of this wine’s most striking qualities.

Tannins

This wine does not have many tannins. Some even go as far as to say it does not have any! However, all wines generally have at least some tannins in them. Only sometimes, it might not be enough to be detected easily.

Alcohol

The alcohol content of this wine is not its most prominent character. When talking about this wine, its alcohol content or ABV is not at the center of the conversation. However, it does have some alcohol. As we have said above, it sports medium levels of alcohol.

Body

This wine is known to be a light-bodied one even though some sips might say otherwise.

Notes

Finally, let us talk about notes. Again, as we have said in the overview, lime and almond notes are some of this wine’s most prominent flavors and aromas. However, that is not all there is to the Vermentino wine. Here are some other flavors and aromas you can expect:

• Daffodils
• Grapefruit
• Green Apple
• Mango
• Pineapple

Aside from these flavors and aromas, many note that this wine also displays saltiness. In addition, one can also expect it to have a bitter finish.

Tips When Buying Vermentino Wine

As we almost always say around here, the best way to get to know a wine is to experience it yourself. To see, smell, and of course, taste it! You need to get a bottle first to do that, though! With that, here are some tips when buying a Vermentino wine.

How Much Does the Vermentino Wine Cost?

Often, a hefty price tag can be a good sign of good wine. However, that is not always the case, and you might be happy to know that it is not with Vermentino wines!

While these wines come in different price tags, one does not have to splurge to get a good bottle. You can get a decent Vermentino wine for as low as around $15!

That is because while this wine is complex and elegant, many do not know about it. With that, it cannot hike its price much, unlike its much-known brothers and sisters. On one end, it saddens us that this lovely wine is not that known. However, it seems it is already slowly making a name for itself. While it is not yet the talk of the town, it is the best time to stock up on this elegant concoction!

Vermentino Wines to Try Out

There are many Vermentino bottles from which you can take your pick. However, here are some suggestions for you to try out if you are overwhelmed with all the choices.

Bottle	Price
Marchesi Antinori Tenuta Guado al Tasso Vermentino di Bolgheri	Approx. $22
Cantine Argiolas Costamolino Vermentino di Sardegna	Approx. $15
Podere Grattamacco Vermentino Bolgheri Bianco	Approx. $37
Cantina Santadi ‘Villa Solais’ Vermentino di Sardegna	Approx. $11
Capichera Santigaini Vermentino Isola dei Nuraghi IGT	Approx. $118

As you can see, you can already get a bottle for only $11. On the other hand, there is also a $118 option if you have the bucks to splurge!

Do Not Be Afraid to Ask

If none of the bottles above tickled your fancy, that is not the end of the line! There are many good Vermentino bottles that did not make it to our suggestion. With that, you might want to ask for the help of your sommelier to find the right bottle for you!

How to Serve Vermentino Wine?

Now that you have your bottle of Vermentino wine, it is time to get up close and personal with this wine. To get the best of your first sip, here are some suggestions you might want to keep in mind:

• This wine has some aging potential, but it is a wine that is best drunk young.
• You can drink this wine at any time of your choosing. However, with its refreshing qualities, it might be best to enjoy a bottle in the summer.
• Decanting is almost always up to the drinker. However, decanting this wine is not ideal. For one, this process is to help soften tannins. Now, as we already said above, this wine barely has any for the process to soften up.
• Finally, as this wine is a white variety, it might be best to serve it at around 45 °F (7 °C).
• One can enjoy this wine as it is. However, it can also go well with a snack or a dish!

What Food Goes with the Vermentino Wine?

As we just said, one can enjoy this wine with a snack or a dish. However, there are dozens of snacks and dishes to pair up with this wine. We understand if you are not sure what to pair up with it. You do not have to worry, though. We have some suggestions for you!

Generally, grilled dishes are an ideal way to go, especially grilled vegetables! On the other hand, dishes with lots of spices and herbs can also do the trick. Finally, as we said, this wine could be a fun summer drink. It can also be a fun summer pair for summer treats!

Final Words

What is the Vermentino wine? The Vermentino wine does not often make it into talks of vines and wines. However, it is an Italian drink to get to know.

Despite that, it is not the only wine Italy has to offer and boast about – there are plenty more! With that, you can check out our other Italian wine lists and discussions if you want to know the other Italian wines!