2025 Le Coste Vermentino

A vibrant, sun-drenched Mediterranean white shaped by volcanic soils and sea-breeze freshness just outside Rome. Product Overview Crafted in the volcanic hills of Zagarolo just southeast of Rome, the 2025 Le Coste Vermentino showcases Central Italy’s maritime white grape at its most dynamic. While Vermentino is famed along the coastal edges of Liguria and Sardinia, Lazio’s ancient tufaceous soils infuse this bottling with a distinctive volcanic minerality, laser-focused tension, and inviting aromatic depth. Aged on fine lees for six months with weekly bâtonnage (lees stirring), Le Coste strikes an effortless balance between crisp, mouthwatering acidity and a silky, textured mid-palate. It is an immediate crowd-pleaser—bright enough for rooftop aperitivi yet structured enough for classic Mediterranean seafood dining. Tasting Notes Appearance: Pale straw yellow with brilliant greenish-gold reflections. Aroma: Expressive and fragrant out of the glass, delivering an aromatic burst of white jasmine, acacia blossoms, sliced green pear, and juicy white peach, followed by tropical nuances of mango, lime zest, and crushed volcanic stone. Palate: Crisp, electric, and layered. The entry brings bright citrus and stone fruit framed by lively acidity, while gentle lees stirring contributes a smooth, rounded mouthfeel without heaviness. Finish: Refreshingly dry, persistent, and distinctly sapid, leaving a lingering trail of saline minerality and Meyer lemon zest. Food Pairings & Serving Suggestions Seafood & Raw Bar: Scallop crudo with citrus oil, oysters on the half shell, fritto misto, and grilled sea bass (branzino) drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and fresh herbs. Pastas & Grains: Linguine alle vongole, spaghetti with bottarga, or lemon-ricotta ravioli. Cheese & Antipasti: Fresh Pecorino Romano, goat cheese crostini, prosciutto crudo with melon, and grilled artichoke hearts. Serving Temperature: Serve well-chilled between 8°C and 10°C (46°F–50°F) in a medium tulip white wine glass to maximize aromatic expression. Technical Specifications Attribute Detail Winery Azienda Vinicola Federici Wine Name Le Coste Vintage 2025 Classification Indicazione Geografica Tipica (IGT Lazio Bianco) Varietal 100% Vermentino Origin / Subzone Zagarolo (Metropolitan City of Rome), Lazio, Italy Vineyard Elevation 330 metres above sea level Soil Composition Volcanic Tuff (Terreno Tufaceo) Training System Spalliera (Spur-pruned cordon) Vinification Whole-cluster cooling, soft pneumatic pressing, and low-temperature stainless steel fermentation Aging 6 months in stainless steel on fine lees with weekly bâtonnage Alcohol by Volume 12.5% – 13.0% Format 750 mL Closure Natural Cork Why It Belongs in Your Glass Purity of Fruit: Vinified entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel to capture the unmasked freshness of Lazio Vermentino. Texture Meets Tension: Weekly batonnage adds refined texture while preserving the wine's vibrant, mouthwatering core. Versatile Dining Companion: Seamlessly transitions from an easy aperitivo to an elevated seafood pairing.