Vermentino di Sardegna "Merì" DOC Argiolas
| Sommelier score | 90/100 | 2024 |
| James Suckling | 93/100 | 2017 |
| Winery | Argiolas |
| Denomination | Vermentino di Sardegna DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Grapes | 100% Vermentino |
| Alcohol content | 13,00% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | CA 1178 |
| Winery headquarter | Argiolas - Serdiana (CA) - Via Roma, 52 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Cold cuts and salami, Medium-aged cheeses, Fresh cheese, Sea bass, Mussels, White Meat, Tartare-fish carpaccio, Baked sea bream |
| Region | Sardinia (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Vermentino |
The vermentino Merì of the Argiolas winery represents the reference point for the prestigious line of the renamed company from Sardinia. It is honored by the DOC Vermentino di Sardegna certification. The production takes place in the company estate in Selegas. This territory gives good influences to the vines both for the soils structure and for the Mediterranean climate. This wine is made by 100% Vermentino grapes and the manual harvest takes place in September with the cooling of the grapes after being picked. There is a soft pressing, it follows the natural settling process at 10°-12°C in a no oxygenated area to preserve the must by the oxidative phenomenon. The fermentation under temperature control at 16°-17°C lasts 15-20 days.
Characteristics of Merì by Argiolas
The Merì wine of the Argiolas winery has a light straw yellow color with green reflections remarkable backlight. The scent is intense with a remarkable citron and fresh fruits. The taste is lively, very fresh and sapid, balanced and finely delicate.
Suggested pairing with Merì wine of the Argiolas winery
The white wine Merì Argiolas is perfect with sea starters, crustacean, fish soups, bass with artichokes, cheeses. It has to be served at 10°C in a wide and tall wine glass to spread the scents.
