Vermentino Gallura Canayli, Cantine Gallura

VERMENTINO GALLURA CANAYILI

Vermentino di Gallura D.O.C.G.S.

Place of origin

Valley of San Leonardo in the countryside of Luras, Calangianus, yield 60-70 quintals per hectare

Soil

Granite soils of limited depth, rich in skeleton consisting of coarse granite weathering sand, loose, acid, poor in nutrients, very low water retention

Grape Varieties

Vermentino 100%

Climate

Mediterranean, average rainfall rates in Spring and Autumn, long, hot and windy summers, considerable temperature excursions

Harvesting

Traditional, by hand

Vinification Technique

White

Aging

In the cellar, 4-6 months

Tasting Notes

Colour: Bright straw yellow with golden tinges

Nose: Big, intense, with nuances of grape and exotic fruit, and hints of green pepper (capsicum)

Palate: Dry, full, warm, with good firmness of flavour and texture, characteristic, well balanced, harmonious, good structure, especially delicate, elegant, with a pleasing slightly bitter finish

Storage

Constant temperature 14 °C, humidity 75%, controlled light, horizontal bottle

Serving

Tall, fairly wide goblet, serving temperature 10-12 °C

Matchings

Light first courses, seafood risotto, grilled or stewed fish, mild PDO Sardinian Pecorino cheese