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Roccarosa 'Terre Siciliane' Vermentino 2023
Grape Type Pronunciation: "ver-men-tee-noh"
Primary flavours
Apple
Grapefruit
Green Apple
Lime
Mango
Almonds
Aromatic
Details
This is a fairly classic Vermentino with plenty of that rich, ripe primary fruit that we have come to expect and love from this grape. Apple and grapefruit combine with purity and a bright, persistent bubbly line of acidity and freshness, making this an easy-drinking winner.

Origin: Some say Spain, while others swear Italy. One thing for sure, it definitely originated somewhere the Mediterranean. Mainly Grown In: Italy, France, Australia. Key Facts: Even though Vermentino is an ancient grape, it has in recent years been coined "the grape of the future" and it's easy to see why. In addition to it's deliciously crisp, light and refreshing flavour profile, Vermentino is a grape that can handle the heat of progressively warming vineyard sites across the globe! Where many other grapes pack up and call for a siesta (or make a flat and flabby wine) in the warmest of wine-growing regions, Vermentino basks in the warmth and produces excellent quality wines with exquisite acidy and crunch! If you're a sun-worshipper too, you may have just met your new soul-mate grape. Vermentino is usually unoaked and moderate in alcohol, which like many other Italian varietals, makes it deliciously food-friendly. Fun Fact: If you swap the last few letters of Vermentino, you get Vermention, which is the term we like to use when we are speaking about the grape.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low (under 12%)medium (12-14%)high (14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards light bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, some fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Sicily
country
Italy
Grape type
Vermentino
Wine Maker
Roccarosa
Alcohol
12.5%
Vintage
2023
Cellar period
1-3 years
Production method
Conventionally Made
Pairing guide
We make no secret of our love for Vermentino wines - there’s something about this timeless Italian white wine style that never fails to tantalise your taste buds! This bottle from the ever-reliable Roccarosa is a fabulous example we just know you’re going to love, and it pairs magnificently with all kinds of delicious Italian-style chicken and pork dishes, fried halloumi with couscous and herbs, seafood risotto or salads featuring prawns, clams and other shellfish, and antipasti classics like arancini or bruschetta. Spinach and feta pies, fish ‘n’ chips, and sushi recipes are also more than welcome to be matched up with this beautiful bottle. Nice!
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Food
Lots of Herbs
Aperitif
Tastes
Light
Moods
Contemplative
Seasons
Summer
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Sicily, Italy
Sicily is a productive island located in the Mediterranean Sea, off the southern coast of Italy. The island has a varied landscape, with low coastal plains to hills and even active volcanic mountains. The climate is Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and mild winters. Disease pressure is low thanks to drying coastal breezes making the region ideal for organic farming practices. The soils are volcanic, sandy, and clay. Sicily can be divided into three wine regions, including the volcanic Etna DOC on the eastern side of the island, known for its red wines made from the Nerello Mascalese grape. The Marsala DOC on the island's western side is known for its fortified wines. The remaining Southeast of the Island produces a range of wines, notably Frappato and Nero d’Avola.
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