COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2014
GRAPE
Vermentino
PRODUCER
Le Sode Sant'Angelo
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Le Gessaie Vermentino is a white wine from the Maremma Toscana DOC in Tuscany, Italy, produced by Le Sode Sant'Angelo. The primary grape is Vermentino, a varietal that thrives in warm, Mediterranean climates, often on coastal slopes. The 2014 vintage in Tuscany presented a challenging growing season with wet conditions, but a favorable September allowed for the careful selection of fruit, contributing to the wine's character. Vermentino is recognized for its complexity, often offering a profile that rivals more widely known white wines, and its connection to coastal Italian regions lends it a distinctive saline quality.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€16
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vermentino is a 'hidden gem' offering Sauvignon Blanc-like complexity.
Fact 02
Coastal Tuscan vineyards benefit from sea breezes and reflected light.
Fact 03
The 2014 vintage faced challenges but a sunny September saved the harvest.
Fact 04
Vermentino is known for its drought resistance and early ripening.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Le Gessaie Vermentino is produced using Vermentino grapes, with fermentation typically carried out in stainless steel tanks. This technique is employed to maintain the wine's crisp acidity and fresh character. Malolactic fermentation is often prevented to preserve the varietal's distinct minerality and citrus notes. While specific aging details for the 2014 vintage are not provided, Vermentino wines are generally unoaked. The 2014 harvest in Tuscany was influenced by challenging weather, but a favorable September allowed for careful fruit selection, a key step in the winemaking process for this vintage.
