About Cantina Surrau Vermentino di Gallura Branu
- Style
- White
- Grape Varieties
- Vermentino
- Price Range
- $20-32
- US retail, per vintage
- Alcohol
- 13.5%
Branu is arguably the most iconic wine of Vigne Surrau — a 100% Vermentino sourced from the estate's own vineyards in Arzachena, Gallura, grown on decomposed granite soils that lend a distinctive salty minerality. Fresh and crisp on the palate, it combines citrus, green apple, and white pepper with floral notes and a savory, saline finish reminiscent of Mediterranean scrub (macchia) and sea breeze. Widely regarded as a benchmark bottling for the Vermentino di Gallura DOCG category, Sardinia's only DOCG appellation.
If you only try one Vermentino di Gallura in your life, make it Branu — it defines the category.
New to wine?
An easy, food-friendly introduction to Sardinia's signature white grape — crisp, saline, and never heavy.
Food Pairings
A classic aperitif wine, and an ideal match for raw and cooked seafood, shellfish, and delicate fish-based first courses. Also pairs beautifully with creamy chicken dishes.
When to drink it
Summer aperitivo, seafood dinners, casual gatherings
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Vermentino grown on granite-derived sandy soils in Arzachena (Gallura). Fermented and aged in stainless steel to preserve freshness and mineral character. ABV approx. 13.5%.
About the producer
Cantina SurrauGranite-born duality: elegant Cannonau and Vermentino alike.Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Branu taste like?
- Crisp and savory, with citrus, green apple, and white floral notes layered over a distinct saline, mineral finish from the granite soils of Gallura.
- What food pairs well with Branu?
- Raw and cooked seafood, shellfish, and delicate fish-based pasta dishes are ideal; it also works well with creamy chicken preparations.
- Is Branu a good introduction to Vermentino di Gallura?
- Yes — it is considered one of the most representative and widely available bottlings of the Vermentino di Gallura DOCG, making it an excellent starting point.
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