Santadi 2023 Vermentino di Sardegna Villa Solais

The Santadi 2023 Vermentino di Sardegna “Villa Solais” is a beautifully polished and refreshing Sardinian white that offers excellent value. Here's a detailed look:

🌟 Appearance & Aromas

• Color: Brilliant straw yellow with green-golden reflections.

• Nose: Clean, crisp aromas of lime, green apple, white flowers, crushed stone, and fennel.

👅 Palate & Structure

• Body & Texture: Medium-bodied with a round, creamy mouthfeel balanced by vibrant acidity.

• Flavors: Intense citrus notes—lemon and lime—alongside green apple, pear, and fennel, finished with a pleasant mineral lift .

• Finish: Lovely fresh, mineral-rich finish that lingers cleanly.

🍾 Technical Notes & Drinkability

• Alcohol: Approximately 13–13.5% ABV.

• Vinification: Stainless-steel fermented with extended lees contact to build texture while retaining freshness.

• Drink Window: Best enjoyed now through 2024–2026

🏅 Critical Acclaim

• Wine Enthusiast (88 pts): “A bold, bright, tart sweetness makes for a palate that is intensely citrusy, but round.”

• James Suckling (~88 pts): “A fresh, medium-bodied white that has notes of fennel, lemons and pears. Easygoing with a creamy texture. Drink now.”

🍽️ Food Pairing

Superbly versatile—ideal with seafood, shellfish, white fish, light pastas, mild cheeses, and makes a delightful aperitif .

✅ Summary

Santadi’s 2023 Villa Solais is a vibrant, mineral-driven Vermentino that captures the essence of Sardinia: fresh citrus, herb accents, a creamy yet crisp texture, and that unmistakable saline lift. With solid 88‑point scores and a practical drink window, it's a standout choice for easy enjoyment and light Mediterranean pairings.