Classification

Sardinian White from overripe grapes

Grapes

Vernaccia 100%

Zone of production

Low valley of Tirso river, Sinis

Height

Few meters above sea level

Climate

Typically Mediterranean, with mild winters, limited rainfall and very hot and windy summers

Soil

Alluvial soil, sandy, slightly clayey

Method of cultivation

Sapling in grown vineyards, espalier (Guyot and spurred cordon)

Yeld per hectare

3.000 - 4.000 kg

Vinification

Vernaccia obtained in part from dried grapes, partly from harvested grapes and vinified according to tradition, in white, with soft pressing and fermentation at controlled temperature

Aging

Maturation in casks of oak and chestnut, kept half empty to allow the development of the characteristic veil of  yeast flor, which creates the unmistakable flavors of  classic Vernaccia of Oristano. The aging continues for a few months in bottle

Color

Amber, bright

Nose

Of great intensity and complexity, ethereal with flavors of dried fruit, almonds and toasted hazelnuts

Taste

Sweet, warm and velvety, with a long taste-olfactory persistence

Service temperature

12 -14° C

Matching

Excellent end of the meal and meditation, a beautiful combination with sweet almond paste and dry pastries