Location |
Sulcis, in the South-Western area of Sardinia. |
气候 |
The climate is Mediterranean, with low rainfall distributed irregularly throughout the year and concentrated almost entirely in autumn and winter. There are high temperatures in the spring-summer period thanks to mistral winds and mild autumns, varying between cold dry and mild in winter. |
土地的组成 |
Sandy and clay-chalky, sub-alkaline with satisfactory levels of minerals giving a distinctive character. |
系统 |
Spurred cordon espalier and ungrafted head-training. |
收成 |
Between the second and third decade of September. |
酿造 |
The whole grapes are gently pressed, and the must ferments at 16-18°C. The wine rests on the lees for a minimum of 2 months. |
陈年 |
Matures in cement vats and then a further 2 months in bottle. |
匹配 |
Full-flavoured pasta dishes, grilled fat-rich fish, light meats, and medium-aged cheeses. |