VERMENTINO IGP PUGLIA RETROTERRA 2024

Retroterra is a range of wines created by Félice Mergè, who has spoiled the wine world with a diverse and extensive selection of wines from Rome and Puglia. His wines are gems that captivate and seduce wine lovers from around the world. Retroterra showcases recognizable grapes by their identity and personality, with a distinct accent typical of their terroir and winemaker. Here in Puglia, well-known grapes such as Pinot Grigio, Vermentino, and Pinot Nero are used. There is a strong belief in pure, respectful, and conscientious agriculture. The mineral-rich soil, wind, weather, and years of experience help to present each grape at its best, naturally and without artifice. Retroterra does not aim to simply surprise, but strives to be sustainable and enduring. These wines accompany everyday life, capable of telling a story to the consumer—a story of balance, purity, and receptiveness to what nature has to tell us.

This Vermentino white wine from Retroterra in Puglia is yellow-green in color, clear and fresh. Citrus and floral aromas, lively on the palate with a fruity persistence in the finish.

It pairs well with seafood, pasta or risotto with shellfish, baked fish and fresh cheeses.

climate

Puglia has a warm, Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild winters with little rainfall. However, rainfall is sufficient for growing grapes and olives.

land

Light, medium consistency, tending towards clayey.

winemaking

Minimum 85% Vermentino grapes. Soft pressing, cold fermentation, maturation in stainless steel. Puglia Italy