Opal Vermentino of Sardinia 2023

A Vermentino of great structure and elegance

If you are looking for a white wine of the highest level and extraordinary complexity, Opale is the Vermentino di Sardegna DOC that will amaze you with its refinement.

Produced from the vineyards owned by Cantina Mesa, in Sulcis, it undergoes an excellent winemaking process - with cooling at 4°C, 12 hours of maceration, partial fermentation in barrique, and 7 months of aging on the noble lees.

This Vermentino expresses a rare complexity. The result is a brilliant golden yellow with citrine reflections, full-bodied and consistent, with intense aromas of ripe fruit, baked apples, jasmine, and delicate notes of vanilla, with a full, elegant, fresh, and savory taste with a long and clean finish.

This wine is suitable for you if:

• You appreciate high-end, structured Vermentino wines
• You are looking for complex white wines with significant aging
• You love elegant wines aged in wood
• You want to discover the excellence of Sulcis Vermentino

This Opale Vermentino di Sardegna DOC label is awarded for its unique characteristics:

• 7 months of aging on the noble lees for structure and complexity
• Partial fermentation in barrique which gives elegance
• Score 94.1/100 from the Vinodabere Guide
• Excellent winemaking process with grape cooling

If you are looking for a Vermentino that goes beyond standards, perfect with structured dishes and cheeses, Opale represents the qualitative pinnacle of Sardinian Vermentino.

Main characteristics:

GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Vermentino
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 14%
ORIGIN: Owned vineyards with spurred cordon training, Sulcis - South-west Sardinia
Color: Young golden yellow with citrine reflections, full-bodied and consistent
Bouquet: Intense and complex: ripe fruit, baked apples, jasmine, notes of vanilla and butterscotch
Taste: Full entry with great elegance, fresh and savory, long and clean finish

Pairing suggestions:

Opale Vermentino di Sardegna DOC is excellent with first courses with strong flavors, fatty grilled fish, white meats, and medium-aged cheeses. A Vermentino for gourmet pairings and structured dishes.

Awards and Recognitions:

• Guida Vinodabere 2022 - 94.1/100 points