Alghero Rosato “La cala” (2023) - Sella & Mosca
This rosé is a successful marriage of native Sardinian grape varieties and Sangiovese, giving a charming, fragrant wine that is ideal for many occasions.
Alghero Rosato “La cala” (2023) - Sella & Mosca
Type: Vino Rosato
Area: Italy, Sardinia, Alghero
Appellation: Alghero Rosato DOC
Grape variety: Sangiovese, Cannonau, Monica
Vintage: 2023
Winery: Sella & Mosca
Alcohol: 12
The appellation: Alghero Rosato DOC
Alghero Rosato DOC is a Sardinian appellation identifying fresh, fruity and savoury rosé wines, produced in the territories around the city of Alghero, in the province of Sassari. The Alghero DOC, established in 1995, covers a wide range of wines, among which the rosés stand out, made mainly from native and international varieties such as Cannonau, Monica, Cagnulari, Sangiovese and Merlot. Thanks to the Mediterranean climate with maritime influences, the rosé wines of Alghero stand out for their liveliness, freshness and aromatic character, making them perfect for summer drinking and for versatile food pairings.
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Who makes it: Sella & Mosca
Founded in 1899, Sella & Mosca is one of the most historic and prestigious wineries in Sardinia. Based at Alghero, the estate covers over 650 hectares, making it one of the largest directly run wine estates in Italy. The winery combines tradition and innovation, championing native grape varieties with sustainable viticulture and cutting-edge winemaking techniques. Its wines tell of the richness of the Sardinian landscape, from wind-swept coasts to the limestone and volcanic soils of the interior.
Find out more about Sella & MoscaThe vine of Alghero Rosato “La cala”
Sangiovese
Sangiovese is one of the most important and widely planted black grape varieties in Italy, and it is the undisputed protagonist of some of the greatest Italian red wines. Grown mainly in Tuscany, but also found in other regions such as Emilia-Romagna, Umbria and the Marche, Sangiovese gives wines of great elegance, freshness and longevity.
Find out moreCannonau
Cannonau is the most iconic black grape variety of Sardinia, considered one of the oldest Grenache varieties in the world. Grown across the whole island, it is at its best on the sandy, granite and limestone soils of the hill and coastal areas, giving rise to wines of great structure, aromatic intensity and longevity.
Find out moreMonica
Monica is a black grape variety native to Sardinia, known for producing soft, fruity reds for early drinking. Its origin is uncertain, but it is thought to have been introduced by Camaldolese monks in the Middle Ages, from whom the name would derive. This variety adapts well to the island’s warm, breezy climate, giving wines with low acidity, soft tannins and pleasant notes of red fruit and sweet spices. Usually vinified as a single variety, Monica is also used in blends to add roundness and softness to other Sardinian wines. It can be made still, frizzante or passito, showing great versatility.
Find out moreAlghero Rosato “La cala”: the area
Alghero
Alghero, in the north-western part of Sardinia, is one of the island's most important wine districts. Thanks to its Mediterranean climate, its limestone soils and the influence of the sea breezes, the area produces fresh, savoury white wines, structured and intense reds and elegant sparkling wines. The Alghero DOC appellation protects the area's wine production and covers several native and international varieties, among them Vermentino, Torbato, Cannonau, Cagnulari and Cabernet Sauvignon. The historic presence of Catalan culture has left its mark on viticulture too, with Torbato, a rare grape variety distinctive to the area.
Find out more about AlgheroClimate: Mediterranean
Altitude: Low Altitude (0-200 m above sea level)
Soil: Limestone / chalk
Geographical setting: Sea
Profile of Alghero Rosato “La cala”
Primary aromas: Rose petals, raspberries
Secondary aromas: Citrus, sea-breeze notes
Tasting notes: On the nose, aromas of rose petals and raspberries emerge, interwoven with citrus notes and sea-breeze shades. On the palate it is crisp, fresh, delicate yet vinous, with a pleasant roundness and a delicious finish.
| Sulphites | yes |
| Body | Light |
| Acidity | Fresh |
| Tannin | Delicate |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Finish | Media |
| Colour | Intense orange-pink |
| Clarity | Clear |
| Body | Medium |
Winemaking methods used for Alghero Rosato “La cala”
Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel
Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel is a technique that makes it possible to produce fresh, fruity, clean wines, preserving the varietal aromas of the grapes at their best.
Find out moreShort maceration (6-8 days)
Short maceration (6-8 days) is a winemaking technique used to obtain wines that are fresher, fruitier and with a softer tannic structure than those from longer macerations. This method is particularly used for producing light, young red wines, rosés and some macerated whites, allowing a controlled extraction of colour, aromas and tannins without weighing down the profile of the wine.
Find out moreAgeing methods used for Alghero Rosato “La cala”
In stainless steel
Ageing in stainless steel is a winemaking practice aimed at preserving the freshness, aromatic integrity and varietal purity of the wine. It is used above all for white, rosé and young red wines, but also for light, easy-drinking reds that do not require maturation in wood. Stainless steel vessels are inert and impermeable to oxygen, so they do not interact with the wine: this makes it possible to bring out the fruity, floral and mineral component of the grape and of the terroir.
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