How to choose the right wine: a guide for every occasion

The guide frames wine choice around the occasion, menu and intended gesture. Fresh, savory Vermentino is proposed for aperitifs, while Carignano accompanies meat, mature cheese and strongly flavored Sardinian dishes; structured reds and passito are presented as gift options.

Vermentino is associated with freshness, light and Mediterranean aromas, while Carignano represents darker tones, depth and gradual development. Serving guidance gives 8–10°C for Vermentino and 16–18°C for Carignano, with narrower glasses for fresh whites and broader bowls for evolved reds.

The 2025 growing season is described as having a dry winter that restricted yields but concentrated aromas. The guide cautions against choosing solely by price, neglecting serving conditions or forcing an unbalanced food pairing.