Reviews & Ratings

2023 Barboursville Vineyards White Blends or Varietals "Vermentino Reserve"

Winery: Barboursville Vineyards

Vintage: 2023

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Vermentino Reserve"

Wine Category: White Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 100% Vermentino

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Virginia

State or country: VA

Price: $22

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 90.2 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89.5)

Review date: June 25, 2025

Wine Review: This white gold colored Vermentino from Barboursville opens with a lime zest and yellow grapefruit bouquet with hints of almond and ginger. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round, mouthwatering and fresh. The flavor profile is Anjou pear and almond blend with notes of grapefruit pith and chamomile tea. I also detected hints of almond and lemongrass. The finish is dry, and its flavors and acidity linger and last for a while. I would pair this Vermentino with grilled sea bass with lemon, garlic, and olive oil. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Absence of oak aging combines with extravagant lees contact and exclusion of oxygen in stainless steel to protect and concentrate welcoming aromatics and luscious flavors, fine for cellaring. Juicy and bright pear, passion fruit, and hints of citrus on a gently herbal frame. Pair with pan-fried blue crab cakes and braised mushrooms or with sea scallop gratin in cream sauce with fresh basil.

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