Vermentino: fresh white wine from the Mediterranean, selection at Vinoscout
Vermentino is a white grape variety of the Mediterranean coasts, and Vinoscout carries over 30 wines of it. The selection ranges from Sardinia, Tuscany, and Liguria to Provence and Languedoc-Roussillon. Most bottles are dry white wines, in addition to some rosés. The range extends from the uncomplicated everyday wine to Vermentino from Bolgheri.
Style & Taste
Vermentino is a dry, fresh white wine with clear acidity and fine salinity. Aromas of green apples, citrus fruits, and fresh herbs are typical. A slight bitter almond note often appears on the finish. The alcohol content in the assortment is between 12 and 14.5% vol.
Most Vermentinos are created in steel tanks. This preserves the freshness and fruit aromas. Wines aged in wood or amphorae appear rounder and somewhat broader on the palate.
You can recognize differences by the origin. Coastal sites in Sardinia and Liguria produce tight, salty wines. In Tuscany and Bolgheri, Vermentino often appears somewhat more herbal and yellow-fruited. In Provence, the grape variety is called Rolle, and the wines are usually more delicate and elegant.
Which Vermentino suits whom
Entry level (under €10): This level is for everyone looking for an uncomplicated, fresh white wine for every day. About a third of the assortment is in this category. The wines come from Sardinia, Tuscany, Salento, and Languedoc-Roussillon. They carry designations such as DOC, IGT, or IGP and mature in steel tanks. Producers include Cantina Santa Maria la Palma, Sella & Mosca, Feudi di San Marzano, and Colle Massari.
Mid-range (€10–20): This level suits you if you want more origin character and depth. About a third of the assortment belongs here. The wines come from Sardinia, Provence, Tuscany, and Liguria. They carry DOC, IGT, or AOC and usually mature in steel tanks. Producers include Argiolas, Lunae, Domaine Mira Luna, and Cantina Santa Maria la Palma.
Top level (from €20): This level is aimed at everyone looking for a sophisticated Vermentino for special occasions. About a third of the assortment is here. The wines come from Tuscany, Bolgheri, Provence, and Sardinia. They carry DOC, IGT, or AOC. Producers include Frescobaldi, Grattamacco, Guado al Tasso, and Château Roubine.
Origin & Subcategories
The Vermentino in the assortment comes from Italy and France. The focus is on Italy, where almost all wines come from. You can find more about this in the Italy collection. The French wines are collected in the France collection.
Vermentino grows particularly frequently in Sardinia; the island provides a large part of the selection. You can find all wines from there under Sardinia. Tuscany with Bolgheri provides the herbal-spicy variants, collected under Tuscany.
In Provence, the variety goes by the name Rolle. These wines appear with the designation AOC. You can find a selection for this under Provence. Liguria and Salento complement the selection with further coastal regions.
Pairs with
Vermentino pairs with seafood and fish. The acidity and the salty note pick up the aroma of mussels, shrimp, and grilled fish. Served well chilled, it appears particularly clear.
It is also a good choice for salad, antipasti, and pasta. For risotto with vegetables or seafood, it brings freshness into play. With goat cheese, a harmonious contrast of creaminess and acidity is created. It also works just as well as an aperitif on warm evenings.
