"Iselis" Bianco Nasco di Cagliari DOC 2022

Thanks to the Argiolas family we have the opportunity to get to know some of Sardinia's rare ancient grape varieties. Thanks to unique wines such as this Nasco di Cagliari DOC, 100% Nasco grape, or Nascu, as it is called inland from Cagliari. Cultivated in Sardinia since time immemorial, Nasco is a vine of great value and rare finesse. Its name may derive from the Latin "Muscus", meaning musk, to underline its unmistakable perfume, especially after several years of refinement. Argiolas produces it following a traditional method. Vinification begins with a cold maceration phase and limited contact with oxygen. This is followed by a phase of refinement on the noble lees for about 60 days while a small fraction of the must ferments and matures on small French oak barrels. Straw yellow colour. The nose reveals an ample and harmonious bouquet, with notes of yellow flowers, tropical fruit and, indeed, slight musky notes. On the palate, however, Iselis reveals itself to be a soft and enveloping wine, characterised by a particularly long and pleasant finish. A rare and precious wine, it goes well with fish starters. For lovers of Sardinian cuisine, try it with the classic culurgiones di patate alla menta or, for a more traditional combination, with a simple risotto alla marinara.