Fresh fennel, nectarine and sliced green apple. Simple and light on the palate with candid acidity, dryness and simplicity. Drink now.

When I tasted this wine, the nose was slightly shut down and never fully opened to its fullest potential. The 2016 Vermentino di Sardegna Cala Silente shows drying mineral tones and touches of flint or granite stone. There is a very thin veil of white peach and citrus at the back. Considering the otherwise vibrant nature of this grape, the effect here is straightforward and lean with reduced overall intensity.

The 2010 Vermentino di Sardegna Cala Silente is another super-impressive white layered with fruit. The Cala Silente is 100% Vermentino. Varietal character comes through loud and clear in this elegant, first-class white. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2015. From top to bottom this is an impressive set of wines from Shardana. One of the developments here in recent years has been an increasing reliance in cement over stainless steel for the whites Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900

Cala Silente is a smooth and sophisticated Vermentino that exhibits a bright, golden color and opulent layers of apricot, honey, butterscotch and almond. A spicy touch of acidity keeps the wine from feeling too heavy in the mouth. ——M.L.(4/1/2012)—— 88

Cala Silente represents a special selection of Vermentino that delivers warm and filling aromas of passion and exotic fruits, peach and pear. The wine is smooth and generous in the mouth with balanced acidity that would work well next to a plate of fried fish.——M.L.(9/1/2009)—— 87