The short version
What is Vermentino?
Vermentino grows around the western Mediterranean, especially Sardinia, Liguria, Tuscany, and Corsica, where it is often called Rolle. Warm sun builds flavor while coastal sites help preserve freshness.
Lemon, green pear, white peach, herbs, fennel, and bitter almond are common. A subtle waxy texture can give the wine more presence than very light whites.
In the glass
Flavors to look for
01Lemon
02Pear
03White peach
04Herbs
05Almond
At the table
Food pairings that work
Match the wine’s weight to the dish, then let acidity refresh the palate and savory flavors echo one another.
Grilled fishPesto pastaFennel saladShellfish
Where it grows
Regions to know
- Sardinia, Italy
- Liguria, Italy
- Tuscany, Italy
- Corsica, France