S'Eleme Oro · Vermentino di Gallura DOCG 2023

  The S'Eleme Oro Vermentino di Gallura from Cantina del Vermentino effectively combines the sunny lightness of Sardinia with a cool, mineral clarity: The Vermentino vines are rooted in the heart of the Gallura region at altitudes between around 300 and 450 meters on granite-rich soil, literally carrying the proximity to the sea and the salty breeze into the wine. During vinification, the winery relies on hand harvesting, gentle grape handling, and temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel to bring out the varietal fruit and terroir with maximum clarity and elegance.

In the glass, the wine shines with a straw-yellow color and slight greenish reflections—a visual sign of youth and freshness. The nose reveals notes of yellow apple, citrus fruit, and bitter almond, accompanied by delicate floral and herbal hints and a subtle salty minerality that clearly reflects the granite terroir. On the palate, S'Eleme Oro is soft and round, with a clear structure and a lingering finish in which fruit, spice, and minerality interact harmoniously. Thanks to its versatility, it is suitable both as a stylish aperitif and as an accompaniment to Mediterranean dishes featuring fish, seafood, or green vegetables. - Gerardo [TS10/24]