Argiolas Merí Vermentino di Sardegna

Vermentino from the heart of Sardinia — mineral, aromatic, with the typical bite of the island.

Argiolas is one of Sardinia's most influential wineries. The family from Serdiana in the Parteolla Valley has cultivated native grape varieties for generations and has significantly shaped the Vermentino wine on the island. Their Merí is an accessible entry point into this grape variety: vinified with a clear structure and fermented at 10–12 °C with the exclusion of oxygen to preserve its delicate aromas.

In the glass, it displays a clear straw yellow color. The nose offers aromas of lemon zest, white blossoms (wisteria), and a hint of thyme—Mediterranean herbal notes reminiscent of the Sardinian maquis. On the palate, it is fresh and light-bodied, with lively acidity and a spicy, slightly bitter finish typical of Vermentino, which makes it so versatile at the table.

• Food: Grilled sea bass, seafood pasta, burrata with tomatoes or light vegetable dishes
• Temperature: 8–10 °C
• Ready to drink: Drink now, freshly bottled

James Suckling's 92 points underline what the wine shows in the glass: uncomplicated character with genuine origin.