What kind of wine is Vermentino di Gallura DOCG 'Vign’Angena' 2024 - Capichera

Vermentino di Gallura DOCG 'Vign’Angena' 2024 - Capichera is a Sardinian white wine that represents the elegance and personality of one of the island's most suitable areas for cultivating Vermentino. The name “Vign’Angena”, which in the Gallurese dialect means “foreign vineyard”, recalls the initial origins of this wine, originally made from managed vineyards and now entirely owned by the Capichera family.

It is a fresh, aromatic and mineral wine, a typical expression of the granite territory of Gallura, where wind, light, and sandy soils give the grapes notes of citrus, Mediterranean scrub, and an extraordinary savoriness.

Vintage details

The 2024 vintage in Gallura was characterized by a balanced climate: a mild and not too rainy winter, a sunny spring, and a moderately warm summer, fanned by mistral breezes. These conditions favored a uniform ripening of the grapes, preserving the fresh aromas and natural acidity, elements that make this Vermentino particularly harmonious and lively.

Vinification and aging

The vinification of Vermentino di Gallura DOCG 'Vign’Angena' 2024 - Capichera takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures to enhance the fragrance of the varietal aromas. After fermentation, the wine ages for a few months in steel, in contact with the fine lees (the lighter solid parts of the wine), a practice that gives greater body, gustatory intensity, and olfactory complexity, while maintaining the fresh and mineral profile that distinguishes the wine.

Tasting notes

The "Vign’Angena" 2024 reveals all the character of Gallura Vermentino through a perfect balance of aroma, taste, and structure.

Color

It presents a bright straw yellow with greenish reflections, a sign of freshness and youth.

Nose

On the nose, it releases a fine and intense bouquet: white flowers, citrus fruits, and notes of aromatic herbs intertwine with mineral hints and slightly fruity nuances of peach and green apple. The brackish component typical of the granite soils of Gallura adds complexity and depth.

Palate

On the palate, it is fresh, savory, and pleasantly mineral. The lively acidity supports the sip, making it balanced and persistent. The long and clean finish offers elegant notes of almond and wildflowers.

What dishes to pair with Vermentino di Gallura DOCG 'Vign’Angena' 2024 - Capichera

The "Vign’Angena" 2024 pairs perfectly with seafood dishes, thanks to its freshness and minerality. It is ideal as a companion to:

• Fish and shellfish appetizers
• First courses with seafood or bottarga
• Delicate white meats and grilled vegetables
• Fresh and goat cheeses

Served at a temperature of about 8–10°C, it best expresses its aromatic intensity and pleasant taste.

Storage and aging

For those wondering how to store Vermentino di Gallura DOCG 'Vign’Angena' 2024 - Capichera wine, it is important to remember that it is a white wine with a fresh and delicate personality. It should be stored in a dark place, with a constant temperature between 10 and 14°C and the bottle in a horizontal position to keep the cork moist.

This wine is at its best within the first 2–3 years after the harvest, a period in which it most intensely expresses its aromas and savoriness. Over time, it may evolve slightly, acquiring softer and slightly honeyed notes, but its true essence remains in the youth and freshness of its Gallurese expression.