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Arakèna. Vermentino di Gallura D.O.C.G. Superiore 75 cl.

Arakèna. Vermentino di Gallura D.O.C.G. Superiore 75 cl.

CLASSIFICATION

Vermentino di Gallura DOCG SUPERIOR.

PLACE OF ORIGIN

Gallura, at 300-450 m above sea level.

SOIL

Granite weathering.

GRAPE VARIETIES

Vermentino, late harvesting.

CLIMATE

Hot, considerable night-time temperature excursions.

HARVESTING

Late harvesting.

VINIFICATION TECHNIQUE

Cold maceration, fermentation under controlled temperature in large wooden barrels (tonneaux).

TASTING NOTES

Colour: Soft golden yellow, brilliant. Nose: Ripe fruit, peach, apricot, balsamic scents of Mediterranean brush, rosemary, vanilla, liquorice root.

Palate: Slightly acid, distinct mineral feel, rich, fat, long lingering finish.

STORAGE

Constant temperature 18 °C, humidity 75%, controlled light, horizontal bottle.

SERVING

Tall, fairly wide goblet, serving temperature 12-15 °C.

MATCHINGS

Seafood dishes, fish, shellfish, throughout the meal.