"Insvla" Monica di Sardegna DOC 2022

It is called Insvla, it is a Monica di Sardegna DOC, and it is offered here by Cantine Sardus Pater. These are the three fundamental elements of this wine that is ideally dedicated to the whole of Sardinia. A young, ready-to-drink red, it is made from a pure processing of Monica grapes, a typical variety of the island. Clusters rich in colour and fragrance grow and develop on vines that are still cultivated using the traditional bush-trained, free-range system. After the harvest, which is clearly done by hand, the grapes are quickly brought to the cellar to begin the transformation phase. We then proceed with fermentation in steel tanks for about 10 days. After racking, the wine then matures for about 12 months in cement vats and, after bottling, completes its refinement with at least another 3 months in the bottle. Only then is Insvla ready to end up on the shelves and in the cellars of many enthusiasts. Ruby red in colour, with light garnet hues, the nose impresses with its fine bouquet, with aromas of small red fruits and hints of Mediterranean scrub. In the mouth it is ample, velvety, harmonious and balanced, with a lingering finish. Served not excessively warm, around 14/16 °C, this traditional island red goes well with first and second courses of red meat. It is also excellent with the typical Sardinian suckling pig cooked on the grill.