Beccaia

Bolgheri Vermentino

The Societa` Agricola I Tirreni Beccaia Vermentino from the Bolgheri region is a delightful white wine that encapsulates the essence of Italian winemaking. This Vermentino showcases a medium body, refreshing acidity, a beautiful balance of fruit intensity, and a dry profile that lingers elegantly on the palate. The wine's color is a shimmering white, reminiscent of the sunlit coastal vineyards where the grapes are nurtured. With each sip, one can taste the terroir of Bolgheri, characterized by a unique blend of maritime influence and Mediterranean sunshine.

Tasting notes:

Pear

Mineral

Citrus Blossom

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Seafood Salad, Seafood, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

Bolgheri

The birthplace of cult wine Sassicaia and the "Super Tuscan" movement, Bolgheri DOC is a fascinating recent addition to Italian wine history. For fans of silky Bordeaux-style reds, Bolgheri's nonconformist blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Sangiovese are second to none. Lying in a coastal area of central Tuscany called Alta Maremma (which was swampland until it was drained in the 1930s), Bolgheri's sloping, gravelly terroir is quite distinct from the Chianti hills. A local winemaker planted Bordeaux grapes here after WWII, and in 1978 his Sassicaia won first place at a blind tasting of Bordeaux wines. The rest is history. Bolgheri's Vermentino-based whites, while less famous, are also well worth seeking out. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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