Vermentino

Wonderfully stimulating aroma of exotic fruits, white peach and apricot. Ripe and juicy, this crisp, dry wine with mild acidity nestles on the palate and lingers for a long time. An aromatic, creamy, complex and finesse-rich white wine. SUPERIORE.DE

Trudie and Sting's latest creation is a beautiful and very serious interpretation of the Vermentino grape. Pretty nose of peach, apple, lemon and fresh pears. Medium-bodied with well-integrated acidity and a creamy, fruity palate. As it progresses, pure and juicy with a nice depth and length. SUPERIORE.DE

This Vermentino cru is the result of a study project in the vineyard and in the winery and comes from two clones each from Corsica and Sardinia. "Belguardo V" (formerly "Codice V") displays the most distinctive characteristics of Tyrrhenian Vermentino and thus epitomises the typical Vermentino as the Mazzei family understands it.

Fresh and bright citrus flavours with white flowers, honeysuckle and cut grass. Sunny, savoury and very mineral on the palate with the typical Vermentino structure. Taut on the final and with promising ageing potential. 30% of the wine is matured on the fine lees in amphorae. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, sparkling straw yellow colour. On the nose, initially fresh asparagus, then citrus fruit, elderflower, medium-bodied. Fresh on the palate, on stone fruit, salty and racy, slightly phenolic on the final." Falstaff

"Intense straw yellow colour. Restrained but concentrated on the nose, with hints of cedar, salty minerals and a hint of bread crust. Still somewhat restrained on the palate, with notes of lemon, rhubarb and peach and a fine citric nerve running through the fruit." Jancis Robinson

"Notes of peach stones, sliced apples, crushed almonds and acacia blossom. Medium-bodied, somewhat waxy and phenolic, with taut acidity and a long, somewhat tight finish. With a mineral backbone." James Suckling

"The Belguardo V is a white wine that is exemplary for the Maremma. The aromas of lemon, lime and apple mingle with floral and almond nuances, while the powerful, creamy, slightly honeyed palate combines juiciness with a savoury line that runs through the core of juicy green and yellow fruit. Soft and soothing, airy and fresh, this is a fantastic wine for the table that will also cellar well." Decanter

"The Belguardo Mazzei 2021 Maremma Toscana Vermentino Superiore Belguardo V is somewhat closed at first glance, but it slowly reveals fruit, preserved lemon, quince and soft honey that runs through the entire nose. It opens up and is very generous to all the senses after a minute or two in the glass. The wine has undergone a long maceration on the skins and matures on the fine lees in a combination of amphorae and stainless steel." Wine Advocate

"The tart nose is both citrusy and floral, with aromas of lemon, lime, daffodil, jasmine and yellow and green apple. The palate remains simultaneously sour and lush, with melon and grapefruit flavors joining the fun, before a salty, nutty finish and a lightning bolt of acid provide a welcome contrast." Wine Enthusiast

Occhione is a racy and fresh cuvée of 90% Vermentino and 10% Viognier. Bright light yellow with greenish reflections. On the nose, fine notes of peach, mango and grapefruit, on the palate of medium power with floral, fruity notes and a well-dosed acidity. All in all, a fresh and elegant wine that not only goes perfectly with fine Mediterranean fish cuisine, but also brings the typical maquis of the Maremma into the glass. SUPERIORE.DE

"Straw yellow, spicy flower of Williams pear and lime, also fine mint; crisp acidity, mineral-salty development, peach finish." Vinum

"Bright, luminous straw yellow. In the nose of green apple, yellow blossoms and roasted almonds, a slight hint of citrus. Shows very precise on the palate, lively acidity, in the middle part after grapefruit, stretches finely over the palate, in the final with emphasis, very racy and lively." Falstaff

High-quality and rare Vermentino with a straw-yellow colour and a bouquet of white fruit and hazelnut. Fresh and floral on the palate, round and ripe. The well-dosed use of wood gives the wine a fine, creamy texture. A persistent, highly elegant Bolgheri Bianco with fine mineral notes for special occasions. SUPERIORE.DE

"The multi-faceted nose has seductive elderberry tones, as well as fine macchia and stone fruit notes; compact in the mouth, the acidity is lively, beautifully polished and enveloping, fresh and yet elegant." Vinum

"Bright, radiant straw yellow colour. Candied lemon and flint on the nose, beautiful fine wood, sea salt, subtle white blossom on the finish. Polished and delicately creamy on the palate, with well-integrated wood, savoury and a pleasant length." Falstaff

"A medium-bodied release, dry, fresh and admirably textured, with notes of baked apple, spiced pear and lemon drops compressed by a touch of attractive French oak. The finish, a rail of maritime salinity fused with the cedar signpost." James Suckling

"A supple white, blending elements of ripe peach and melon with Mediterranean scrub, bitter citrus and crushed stone. Lively and also leaves a chalky sensation on the long finish." Wine Spectator

"The organic Grattamacco 2021 Bolgheri Vermentino shows the results of an extra year in the bottle with steely mineral notes followed by ripe apple and preserved lemon. There is an evolution in this white 2021 that gives it beautiful layers of flint and ash. The wine is already very drinkable now, especially in terms of mouthfeel thanks to its clean, mid-weight texture and freshness. It has been partially aged in tonneaux and has a delicate hint of vanilla spice. This characterful wine comes from old and valuable vines." Wine Advocate

"A solid Vermentino that was aged partly in steel and partly in barriques. Fruity on the nose, nuances of lychee, then yellow melon and citrus thyme, with a hint of white pepper and a lovely length on the palate." Luca Gardini

Bright golden yellow colour and a creamy bouquet of exotic fruits, banana and almond. The fruit finely balanced with the barrique tones. Soft, warm and dense on the palate, of wonderful freshness, structure and suppleness. Good ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

Pagus Camilla comes from a small parcel called "Camilla" near the Sondraia vineyards. Here, the Vermentino grape experiences a higher concentration during ripening with delicate hints of Riesling. This micro-produced "project wine" is a unique example of the grape variety's potential in Bolgheri. Pure, deep and beautiful, citrus aroma, salt, minerality and with full fruit, balanced, long and with very good ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2017 Vermentino Solosole Pagus Camilla, is a dense, powerful white - qualities that are accentuated by the warm, dry year. Rich and creamy in the glass, the Pagus Camilla shows the more extroverted side of Vermentino off to great effect. It is a terrific effort for a year that was not easy for whites." Vinous

"Baked apples, mango stones, praline, waxed lemon and chamomile on the nose. It’s medium-to full-bodied with crisp acidity and a waxy texture. Concentrated, complex and textured. Long." James Suckling

Bright golden yellow colour and a creamy bouquet of exotic fruits, banana and almond. The fruit finely balanced with the barrique tones. Soft, warm and dense on the palate, of wonderful freshness, structure and suppleness. Good ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE