What is Alghero DOC? Alghero DOC is one of Sardinia’s most intriguing wine appellations, celebrated for its windswept coastal terroir and rare indigenous grape, Torbato—a variety found almost nowhere else in Italy. The DOC also produces expressive Vermentino whites and robust Cannonau reds, all deeply influenced by the sea breezes…

At a Glance Style Sardinian oxidative white wine (unfortified, flor-aged) Grape Vernaccia di Oristano Aging Minimum 2 years, often via solera system Alcohol 15–18% Key Flavors Walnut, almond, dried citrus, sea breeze, spice Price Range €18–€60 (special vintages > €100) Best Producers Contini, Silvio Carta, Fratelli Serra, Cantina della Vernaccia…

What Is Vermentino di Sardegna DOC? Vermentino di Sardegna DOC is Sardinia’s most revered and widely planted white wine, celebrated for its vivid citrus notes, herbal complexity, and refreshing saline finish. A gem among Italian coastal wines, it captures the essence of Sardinia—from sunlit hills to sea-scented vineyards. History and…

What is Vermentino di Gallura DOCG? Nestled among Gallura’s rugged granite ridges in northeastern Sardinia, Vermentino di Gallura DOCG stands as the island’s only DOCG. Celebrated for its luminous straw hue and saline freshness, this Vermentino embodies the coastal terroir: vibrant, mineral, and evocative of sea-scented breezes. History and Origins…

Few wines in Italy carry the mystique — and scarcity — of Malvasia di Bosa DOC, a golden-hued dessert wine from the coastal hills of western Sardinia. Produced from the ancient Malvasia grape, it offers aromas of dried apricot, orange blossom, and Mediterranean herbs, all wrapped in a gentle almond…

What is Moscato di Sorso-Sennori DOC? Moscato di Sorso-Sennori DOC is a Sardinian sweet Muscat wine from the towns of Sorso and Sennori near the Gulf of Asinara. Made with at least 90% Moscato Bianco, it comes in four styles—still Bianco, sparkling Spumante, Passito (dessert), and Liquoroso (fortified)—all revered for…

What is Moscato di Sardegna DOC? Moscato di Sardegna DOC is a celebrated Italian sweet wine made exclusively from the Moscato Bianco grape, also known internationally as Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains. Found across the island of Sardinia, this golden-hued wine bursts with aromas of orange blossom, honey, and sun-warmed…

IGP Valle del Tirso:White Grape Varieties are Ansonica, Arneis, Biancolella,  Chardonnay, Cortese, Falanghina, Fiano, Forastera, Friulano, Garganega, Gewürztraminer, Greco, Malvasia, Manzoni Bianco, Moscato, Müller-Thurgau, Nasco, Nuragus,  Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Semidano, Sylvaner Verde, Torbato,  Trebbiano, Verdicchio, Verduzzo, Vermentino,  Vernaccia,  Welschriesling (Riesling Italico) Red Grapes are Aglianico, Aleatico,  Alicante,  Ancellotta, Barbera, Bombino Nero,  Bovale,  Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon,  Cagnulari, Canaiolo Nero, Cannonau,  Carignano, Croatina, Dolcetto,  Gaglioppo, Girò,  Greco Nero, Malbec, Malvasia Nera,  Marzemino, Merlot, Monica, Montepulciano,  Nebbiolo, Nero d’Avola (Calabrese),  Pinot Nero, Primitivo, Refosco, Sangiovese,  Syrah, Tai Rosso, Teroldego. Alcohol level: 10.0%…

IGP Trexenta: White Grapes are Ansonica, Arneis, Biancolella, Chardonnay,  Cortese,  Falanghina, Fiano, Forastera, Friulano, Garganega,  Gewürztraminer,  Greco, Malvasia, Manzoni Bianco, Moscato, Müller-Thurgau, Nasco, Nuragus, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Semidano, Sylvaner Verde, Torbato,  Trebbiano, Verdicchio, Verduzzo, Vermentino, Vernaccia, Welschriesling (Riesling Italico). Red Grape are Aglianico, Aleatico, Alicante, Ancellotta, Barbera, Bombino Nero, Bovale, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cagnulari, Canaiolo Nero,  Cannonau,  Carignano, Croatina, Dolcetto, Gaglioppo, Girò, Greco Nero, Malbec,  Malvasia Nera, Marzemino, Merlot, Monica, Montepulciano, Nebbiolo, Nero d’Avola (Calabrese), Pinot Nero, Primitivo, Refosco, Sangiovese, Syrah, Tai Rosso, Teroldego We are working on this IGP Trexenta appellation description.Please come back soon.Send us an e-mail if…

IGP Tharros: White Grape are Ansonica, Arneis, Biancolella, Chardonnay,  Cortese, Falanghina, Fiano, Forastera, Friulano, Garganega, Gewürztraminer, Greco, Malvasia, Manzoni Bianco, Moscato, Müller-Thurgau, Nasco, Nuragus, Pinot Bianco,  Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Semidano, Sylvaner Verde,  Torbato,  Trebbiano,  Verdicchio, Verduzzo, Vermentino, Vernaccia, Welschriesling (Riesling Italico)Red Grape are Aglianico, Aleatico, Alicante, Ancellotta, Barbera, Bombino Nero,  Bovale, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cagnulari, Canaiolo Nero, Cannonau,  Carignano, Croatina, Dolcetto, Gaglioppo, Girò, Greco Nero, Malbec, Malvasia Nera,  Marzemino, Merlot, Monica, Montepulciano, Nebbiolo, Nero d’Avola (Calabrese),  Pinot Nero, Primitivo, Refosco, Sangiovese, Syrah, Tai Rosso, Teroldego. The Minimum alcohol level is 10.0% for Bianco; 10.5% for Rosato and all…