Verdicchio vs Vermentino
Characteristics Verdicchio Vermentino Hue Pale lemon to straw Pale lemon to straw Color White White Aromas Citrus, green apple, oily, almond Citrus, green apple, white blossom, mineral Sweetness Dry to off-dry Dry to off-dry Acid Medium plus to high Medium Plus Alcohol (%) 12-13% 12-13% Body Light to medium Light to medium minus Intensity Medium […]
Vermentino vs Fiano
Characteristics Fiano Vermentino Hue Pale lemon to gold Pale lemon to straw Color White White Aromas Citrus, melon, honey, mineral, pear Citrus, green apple, white blossom, mineral Sweetness Dry to off-dry Dry to off-dry Acid Medium Medium Plus Alcohol (%) 12-13% 12-13% Body Light to medium Light to medium minus Intensity Medium Medium Key Growing […]
Vermentino vs Riesling
Comparing Vermentino vs Riesling is a fun side-by-side. These two white wines have much in common. Vermentino and Riesling are both crisp white wines with citrus notes. Riesling is more aromatic and higher acid than Vermentino. Riesling comes in more styles. TL;DR: If you like Riesling, you’ll probably enjoy Vermentino. Here’s what you need to […]
Vermentino vs Viognier
Comparing Vermentino vs Viognier wine makes sense, after all, they sound similar, but they’re very different wines Vermentino is lighter bodied than Viognier, with white floral and mineral notes. Viognier is fuller bodied, lower acid, with stone fruit and floral notes. Both are medium alcohol and dry to off-dry in style. Here’s what you need […]
Grenache: A Comprehensive Guide
Pronunciation: gruh-nosh Grenache, a red wine varietal, embodies rustic charm. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or a curious beginner, this comprehensive guide introduces you to Grenache. What Kind of Wine Is Grenache? Grenache is a medium-bodied red wine with medium acid, medium to pronounced tannins, and medium alcohol. It often falls between Pinot Noir and […]
What’s Vermentino? Everything You Wanted to Know About Vermentino Wine
Vermentino (pronounced vur-men-tee-no) I recently enjoyed a Vermentino as an afternoon aperitif ahead of a large family meal. Our little bottle of Vermentino hailed from Napa, of all places, which was unexpected. Vermentino, a thin-skinned Italian white grape, is grown in Sardinia, Liguria, Corsica, and Provence (known as Rolle). It shares a high-acid style with […]