Classification Vermentino di Gallura DOCG SUPERIOR.
Place of origin Valley of San Leonardo in the countryside of Luras, Calangianus, yield 60-70 quintals per hectare.
Soil Granite soils of limited depth, rich in skeleton consisting of coarse granite weathering sand, loose, acid, poor in nutrients, very low water retention.
Grape Varieties Vermentino 100%.
Climate Mediterranean, average rainfall rates in Spring and Autumn, long, hot and windy summers, considerable temperature excursions.
Harvesting Traditional, by hand.
Vinification Technique White.
Aging In the cellar, 4-6 months.
Tasting Notes Colour: Bright straw yellow with golden tinges.
Nose: Big, intense, with nuances of grape and exotic fruit, and hints of green pepper (capsicum).
Palate: Dry, full, warm, with good firmness of flavour and texture, characteristic, well balanced, harmonious, good structure, especially delicate, elegant, with a pleasing slightly bitter finish.
Storage Constant temperature 14 °C, humidity 75%, controlled light, horizontal bottle.
Serving Tall, fairly wide goblet, serving temperature 10-12 °C
Matchings Light first courses, seafood risotto, grilled or stewed fish, mild PDO Sardinian Pecorino cheese. |

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