Wine Description
This unique Vermentino is named Solosole ("only sun" in Italian) because only the sun is allowed to influence its aromas: there is no blending with other grapes nor wood aging to interfere with the pure flavors of Vermentino. The grapes, picked at their ideal ripeness when they are golden yellow in color, are stored overnight at 45°F and crushed the next day to preserve the freshness and purity of the fruit aromas typical of the variety.
Tasting Notes
Refined in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, Solosole offers delicate aromas of acacia flowers, apricot and banana. The vibrant acidity frames the fruity flavors and lingers pleasantly on the finish. This is the wine of choice for seafood antipasti, pasta with shellfish, omelettes, soft goat cheese, fish dishes and vegetables.
Reviews
Wine Advocate - Issue #178/ August 31, 2008
Discovering Italy's Finest Wine Values
"The 2007 Vermentino Solo Sole is a silky, generous white loaded with expressive, perfumed fruit supported by an underlying vein of acidity that provides balance and length. For its Vermentino the estate chose a clone originally from Corsica that allows for a late harvest without sacrificing acidity. This unoaked Vermentino offers uncommon richness and depth."
88 points
