Sella & Mosca Cala Reale Vermentino di Sardegna 2023

The Vermentino grapes for this wine come from the Alghero vineyard, which can be divided into four distinct areas characterised by different exposures, winds and soils. The ancient sedimentary soils range from clay-ferrous to limestone and due to the experience of agronomist and oenologists, the varieties are planted in the terroirs in which they truly thrive, and the varietal characteristics are enhanced. The vines are trained according to spurred cordon - Guyot methods and have an average age of 15 years. They are planted at a density of 4,545 vines per hectare. The climate is typically Mediterranean which is positively influenced by the proximity of the sea, with mild winters and warm, dry summers and favourable diurnal temperature differences. The Mistral wind, which is often rich in saltiness, combined with the proximity to the sea, impart the wines with saline notes and minerality. The vineyard is cultivated sustainably; the vines are surrounded by tree lined avenues and Mediterranean scrubland to encourage biodiversity. Integrated management is used to combat vine pests.

The fruit was carefully sorted ensuring the best quality was destined for Cala Reale. The gently pressed grapes underwent a cool pre-fermentation maceration at 10°C for 24 hours followed by cold settling. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperatures with selected yeasts. The wine did not go through malolactic conversion retaining its crisp style. A brief ageing on the fine lees took place in stainless steel tanks, to retain the purity of fruit and the nuances of the terroir.