Garganega vs Vermentino
Garganega
A late-ripening Veneto white of yellow apple, almond and white flowers, and the principal grape of Soave.
- Yellow apple
- Almond
- White flowers
Recognize it
Medium to high acidity in a light to medium body, with yellow apple, white flowers and a bitter almond note on the finish. Styles are often fresh and unoaked, though richer and more textured examples also exist.
Vermentino
A Mediterranean white grape known for citrus, green herbs and a saline, faintly bitter finish.
- Citrus zest
- Green herb
- Bitter almond finish
Recognize it
Fresh citrus, green herbs and a saline edge are common, often followed by a faint bitter almond note. Body is usually light to medium.
How they compare
- SimilarCitrus and an almond-like finish.
- DifferenceGarganega is usually less herbal and leans toward yellow apple and white flowers.