Argiolas Merí Vermentino di Sardegna

The Argiolas Merí Vermentino di Sardegna tastes dry, fresh, and mineral, with Mediterranean herbal spice. On the nose, it shows lemon zest and white flowers, above all wisteria. Added to this is a hint of thyme. This spice is reminiscent of the macchia, the typical shrub landscape of Sardinia.

On the palate, the Merí appears light-footed. A lively acidity carries it and keeps it lean. With 13% vol, it still has enough substance for the dinner table. In the glass, it glows in a clear straw yellow.

Argiolas ferments the Vermentino with the exclusion of oxygen at 10 to 12 °C. This preserves the fine aromas. The finish is spicy and slightly bitter. This tart note is typical for Vermentino and makes the wine versatile at the table. The Merí is the winery's accessible entry into this grape variety.

The Argiolas Merí Vermentino di Sardegna pairs with fish, seafood, and light Mediterranean cuisine. Try it with grilled sea bass or pasta with seafood. Risotto, antipasti, and burrata with tomatoes are also good partners. The citrus freshness picks up the acidity of the tomatoes. The herbal spice combines with olive oil and roasted aromas from the grill.

The Vermentino also works beyond Italian cuisine. With sushi and light Asian dishes, its lively acidity brings freshness to the plate. With salad, soup, and vegetable dishes, it remains unobtrusive. With goat cheese, the spicy-tart finish keeps up well.

The Merí has its strongest time in the warm season. It fits on the terrace, for a barbecue evening with fish, or for a long summer meal with many small plates. Serve it at 8 to 10 °C. Served too cold, the herbal and floral aromas recede. The bottle is sealed with a natural cork, so have a corkscrew ready.

If you like the Argiolas Merí Vermentino di Sardegna, it is worth taking a look at these dry white wines from Italy.

• The La Cala Vermentino di Sardegna DOC from Sella & Mosca is also a dry Vermentino from Sardinia and thus the direct comparison within the grape variety.
• The Argiolas S´Elegas Nuragus di Cagliari DOC also comes from Argiolas and shows you another side of Sardinian white wines with the Nuragus grape variety, also produced dry.
• The Masseria dei Carmelitani Gavi del Comune di Gavi from Vite Colte – Terre da Vino is a dry white wine from Piedmont made from the Cortese grape variety. It is suitable for looking beyond the island to the Italian mainland.