What kind of wine is Vermentino di Gallura Superiore DOCG 'Kintari' 2024 - Saraja?

The Vermentino di Gallura Superiore DOCG 'Kintari' 2024 - Saraja is a Sardinian white wine originating in the heart of Gallura, Sardinia's first and only DOCG. Here, the Vermentino grape variety finds its fullest expression thanks to a unique terroir: granite soils, a Mediterranean climate, and the constant influence of sea breezes. The result is a fresh, aromatic, and mineral wine, capable of conveying the light and scent of the surrounding sea in every sip.

Vintage Details

The 2024 vintage was characterized by a mild winter and a regular spring, followed by a warm but not extreme summer. The temperature excursions between day and night favored optimal grape ripening, maintaining a perfect balance between sugars, acidity, and aromas. The dry and windy climate also ensured healthy and concentrated clusters, ideal for an intense and fragrant Vermentino.

Winemaking and Aging

The Vermentino di Gallura Superiore DOCG 'Kintari' 2024 - Saraja is vinified in purity. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature, a technique that best preserves the typical aromas of the grape variety and its natural freshness. No barriques are used, in order to maintain the integrity of its fruity and mineral expression. After a brief aging on the lees, the wine acquires softness and complexity, without losing its lively sapidity.

Tasting Notes

Color

Visually, it presents a brilliant straw yellow with delicate greenish reflections, a sign of freshness and youth.

Nose

On the nose, it opens with notes of citrus, white flowers, and light nuances of yellow-fleshed fruit. Hints of Mediterranean herbs and a pleasant iodized-mineral sensation then emerge, recalling the sea of Gallura.

Palate

On the palate, it is fresh, savory, and well-balanced. The lively acidity accompanies a smooth and persistent sip, characterized by a marked minerality. The finish is long and clean, with hints of almond and lemon peel.

What dishes to pair with Vermentino di Gallura Superiore DOCG 'Kintari' 2024 - Saraja

Vermentino 'Kintari' is a perfect companion for light and fragrant dishes, typical of Mediterranean cuisine. Its freshness makes it ideal as an aperitif wine, but also to accompany:

• Seafood appetizers such as tuna tartare or white fish carpaccio
• First courses with crustaceans or seafood
• Grilled or baked fish, with herbs and citrus
• Fresh and goat cheeses

A versatile wine, perfect for enhancing the delicacy of flavors without ever overpowering them.

Storage and aging: how to store Vermentino di Gallura Superiore DOCG 'Kintari' 2024 - Saraja wine

The Vermentino di Gallura Superiore DOCG 'Kintari' 2024 - Saraja is a wine that best expresses its personality in its first years of life. To preserve its freshness and aromas intact, it is recommended to keep it in a cool, dark place with a constant temperature of around 12-14°C, with the bottle lying horizontally. Although it can evolve positively, it is advisable to consume it within 2-3 years of the harvest to fully appreciate its mineral structure and the typical aromaticity of Vermentino di Gallura.