Description

Sella&Mosca Vermentino Di Gallura Superiore DOCG

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Area: Sardegna/ Sardinia

Grapes on the slopes of the south side of mount limbara, whose soils are characterized by broken-down granitic rubble and a hot climate, but with excellent temperature variations during the summer. In the cellar, the grapes are soft-pressed, cold-macerated lightly and then left to ferment for an extended period. The resulting white wine is extraordinarily expressive, fresh and delicious.

Grapes: Vermentino 100%

Origin: Gallura

Cultivation systems: Spurred cordon

Plant density: 4000 vines per hectare

Yield: 80 quintals of grapes per hectare

Average age of vines 18 years

Vinification: Soft pressing, cold settling, fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature.

Malolactic fermentation: No

Ageing: On the less, in stainless steel for 4 months.

Alcoholic content 14.5 % Total acidity 3 g/l

Aroma: captivating aromas, as refined as they are pronounced. Rich in fruity notes, it smoothly progresses to hints of potherbs and berries, flowers and shrubs and marine notes underlie the taste.

Flavour: In the mouth it begins smoothly but with considerable complexity, enlivened by a brilliant acidity that gives it depth and extension. the mediterranean character is always present