Val Di Toro Maremma Vermentino ‘Auramaris’ DOC 2022 750ml

Auramaris is a Latin word, meaning sea breeze. We thought this word appropriate since we are situated about 10 miles from the sea and Vermentino is a grape that grows well near the sea. The name was also inspired by its pronounced salinity which is reminiscent of the of breeze from the sea. Vibrant and fresh. The aromatics are correspondingly fresh, pure and primary, packed full of green apples, citrus, dried straw mediterranean herbs and minerality. The palate entry is also ultra-mineral, classically dry and restrained, showing a seamlessly balanced mouthfeel. The addition of 15% Grechetto increases the harmony and complexity of this wine.

• Country: Italy
• Region: Tuscany
• Appellation: Maremma
• 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.