Zagare Vermentino 2023

Established in 2003, Adria Vini is a winemaking venture jointly owned by Boutinot and Araldica Castelvero, the leading co-operative in the Monferrato hills of Piemonte. Their aim is to produce authentic, well-priced still and sparkling wines from local grape varieties. All aspects of production, from grape selection through to vinification, maturation, blending and bottling are meticulously overseen by Araldica's winemaking team of Claudio Manera and Lella Burdese - assisted by Boutinot's Tony Brown MW. They source from a range of private growers and cooperatives, with whom we have long term relationships, principally in Veneto, Friuli, Lombardy, Sicily, Puglia, Abruzzo and Sardinia.

An expressive Vermentino from Sicily's west coast, named after the delicate white flower of the lemon tree. The wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks but spends a short period on fine lees, lending a pleasing texture. It displays ripe stone fruit and delicate floral notes on the nose, with an uplifting palate of lemon and peach. The finish is fresh and mineral with bitter citrus peel. Drinks well with fish, seafood, and simple pasta dishes.