Tasting notes
Alcohol · Dry
Food pairings
These dishes match this appellation's flavour profile.
- Top pickStewed Cuttlefish with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives
Tender cuttlefish in a light sauce; cherry tomatoes and olives provide savoriness and moderate acidity. The balanced structure of the dish complements the minerality and woody notes of the wine.
- Roasted chicken with mushroom cream pan sauce and thyme
Succulent roast chicken with an earthy, creamy mushroom sauce pairs with the wine's round body and oak nuance; acidity refreshes the palate and minerality balances umami.
- Smoked salmon roulade with horseradish cream and dill
Smoky salmon and fresh horseradish notes create a contrast to the round body structure; moderate acidity and saltiness highlight the fruity and woody nuances of the drink.
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- Pan-seared scallops with brown butter, lemon and chive
Delicate scallops and nutty brown butter are lifted by lemon and chive; the wine's minerality and medium acidity cut richness while fruit notes echo the shellfish sweetness.
- Herb-roasted chicken with crispy potatoes
Golden and juicy meat, aromatic herbs, and crispy potatoes: the body and alcohol support the oily sensations, while the acidity cleanses the palate.
- Roasted goat cheese with honey, toasted seeds and warm bread
Melted cheese, light honey and crunchy seeds: the saltiness and richness of the cheese are balanced by the acidity and minerality of the wine, for a savory pairing.
Serve between 11°C and 12°C
Common varieties
Vernaccia di Oristano
Vernaccia di Oristano is an Italian white grape variety mainly cultivated in Sardinia. It is used to produce dry and oxidative white wines with aromas of dried fruits, spices, and oxidative notes.