# Le Gessaie Vermentino (2014)

- **Producer:** Le Sode Sant'Angelo
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Vermentino
- **Region:** Toscana, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €16
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** grapefruit, peach, almond, lemon

## About this wine

Le Gessaie Vermentino is a white wine from the Maremma Toscana DOC in Tuscany, Italy, produced by Le Sode Sant'Angelo. The primary grape is Vermentino, a varietal that thrives in warm, Mediterranean climates, often on coastal slopes. The 2014 vintage in Tuscany presented a challenging growing season with wet conditions, but a favorable September allowed for the careful selection of fruit, contributing to the wine's character. Vermentino is recognized for its complexity, often offering a profile that rivals more widely known white wines, and its connection to coastal Italian regions lends it a distinctive saline quality.

## Interesting facts

- Vermentino is a 'hidden gem' offering Sauvignon Blanc-like complexity.
- Coastal Tuscan vineyards benefit from sea breezes and reflected light.
- The 2014 vintage faced challenges but a sunny September saved the harvest.
- Vermentino is known for its drought resistance and early ripening.

## Food pairing

The wine's crisp acidity cuts through the richness of seafood and lighter meats, while its minerality complements the briny notes of shellfish. Citrus elements in the wine can echo citrus used in dishes, and herbal undertones can harmonize with fresh herbs.

## Wine making process

Le Gessaie Vermentino is produced using Vermentino grapes, with fermentation typically carried out in stainless steel tanks. This technique is employed to maintain the wine's crisp acidity and fresh character. Malolactic fermentation is often prevented to preserve the varietal's distinct minerality and citrus notes. While specific aging details for the 2014 vintage are not provided, Vermentino wines are generally unoaked. The 2014 harvest in Tuscany was influenced by challenging weather, but a favorable September allowed for careful fruit selection, a key step in the winemaking process for this vintage.