Chalmers Vermentino Heathcote 2023 750ml

Crisp and lean, yet quite expressive and complex. White peach, finger lime (a punchy native citrus), blanched almonds, sea spray and chalk. Long and refreshing.

• Country: Australia
• Region: Victoria
• Appellation: Heathcote
• Size: 750ml
• Color: White

Varietal

Vermentino

The Vermintino grape varietal has been grown in northern Italy for centuries, but is perhaps most closely associated with the island of Corsica, where it is the most widely planted grape varietal and is one of the key flagship grapes on the island. Thought to have originated in Spain, the Vermentino grape quickly spread to other countries, and is now found in many parts of Mediterranean Europe and the New World. The grape itself is prized by wineries due to the crispness of its acids, and the wide bouquet of refreshing flavors it carries. Most commonly, Vermentino is known for holding flavors of green apple and lime, and for having a relatively light body with a low alcohol content. As such, it makes a perfect match for a wide range of foods, and is particularly popular when paired with shellfish.