Best Ligurian Fruits (types and products) Types
Vermentino is a white grape variety predominantly grown in several Mediterranean wine regions, especially in Northern Italy and Sardinia. It is particularly known for producing crisp, aromatic white wines. Vermentino wines are known for their vibrant acidity and crispness.
They often exhibit aromatic notes of citrus (lemon, lime), green apple, pear, and stone fruits. Floral notes and hints of Mediterranean herbs are also common. The wines typically have a mineral character, sometimes with a saline quality reflecting the coastal vineyards where they are often grown.
VARIATIONS OF Vermentino
THE BEST Vermentino Wine Varieties
Albicocca di Valleggia are Italian apricots grown in Liguria. The largest quantities of these apricots are grown in Valleggia. These small apricots have thin orange skin that's flecked with red dots, making them instantly recognizable. The aromas and flavors are much more intense than any other apricots that are placed on the market.
The flesh is firm, sweet, and aromatic. The trees are not espaliered (grown flat against a wall) so it's quite hard to prune and harvest the apricots. Albicocca di Valleggia apricots are typically harvested from mid-June to mid-July, but you can find them throughout the year as a tasty preserve.
Susine, or how they call it in a local Ligurian dialect, balle d'ase (lit. balls of asses) is a variety of a very small plum grown around the community of Pignone. Although miniature, these violet-colored plums are extremely delicious, and therefore very popular.
They can be enjoyed raw, or used to prepare a wide range of desserts.
Rossese is a red wine grape variety predominantly grown in the Liguria region of Italy, particularly in the Riviera Ligure di Ponente. This grape produces wines that are typically light to medium-bodied with a bright, ruby-red color. The aroma profile of Rossese wines often includes red berries, cherries, and floral notes, sometimes complemented by subtle hints of herbs and spices.
On the palate, these wines are known for their refreshing acidity and smooth tannins, making them approachable and easy to drink. The flavors tend to reflect the aromatic profile, with vibrant red fruit and a slightly earthy undertone. Rossese wines are generally best enjoyed young, although some can benefit from a few years of aging.
VARIATIONS OF Rossese
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