Ojos
Vermentino di Sardegna DOC
One of Sardinia’s most interesting and distinctive indigenous grape varieties. A substantial wine with great structure and an intense aromatic bouquet, ranging from an initial light woody note to elegant hints of Mediterranean scrub and spices, culminating in an ethereal finish of ripe cherry and tobacco.
GRAPE VARIETY
Cagnulari
PRODUCTION AREA
Alghero, northwestern Sardinia
CLIMATE
Typical Mediterranean climate with mild winters and hot, dry summers; characterized by significant breezes and low rainfall, concentrated mainly in autumn and winter.
SOIL
Predominantly “red” clay soils with a significant limestone content
VINE TRAINING SYSTEM
Guyot espalier
GRAPE YIELD PER HECTARE
70–80 quintals
COLOR
Deep red
AROMA
Excellent aromatic intensity and persistence; subtle balsamic notes balance with spicy and toasted nuances
TASTE
Refined and complex, with good acidity
PAIRINGS
Red meats and aged cheeses
SERVING TEMPERATURE
16–18°C
HARVEST
Second ten days of September
ALCOHOL CONTENT
14% Vol.
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