Papiri · Vermentino di Sardegna DOC 2024

  The Papiri Vermentino di Sardegna from the Santa Maria La Palma winery shines in the glass with a light straw yellow color and slightly greenish reflections—a hue that promises freshness and youthfulness. The bouquet unfolds with inviting, fruity aromas of melon and banana, accompanied by delicate nuances of bitter almond and Mediterranean herbs. The wine conveys a subtle mineral note, which can be traced back to the pitch- and iron-rich red soils of the vineyards near the sea in the Alghero region and makes the influence of the terroir palpable.

On the palate, Papiri shows a harmonious balance between fruit, freshness, and structure: soft yet lively, with a pleasant saline freshness that pairs particularly well with fish, seafood, or light Mediterranean dishes. The grapes are harvested by hand from old vineyards and aged exclusively in stainless steel tanks, followed by fine maturation on the lees, giving this Vermentino its clarity and elegance. The origin of this wine is particularly noteworthy: the vines thrive in close proximity to the sea, on soils with high iron and clay content — conditions that are ideal for Vermentino and give it its fascinating blend of Mediterranean fruit and fine minerality. - Gerardo [TS10/25]