Barbagia Bianco IGT (2023) - VikeVike

Nel cuore selvaggio della Barbagia, una terra intrisa di tradizioni antiche e misteri, nasce il Barbagia Bianco IGT della cantina VikeVike. Questo vino è un omaggio alla Granazza, un vitigno raro e prezioso che cresce rigoglioso tra le colline sarde. La storia narra che i pastori della Barbagia, durante le lunghe transumanze, portassero con sé il vino prodotto con queste uve per scaldare le fredde notti in montagna. La Granazza, con la sua resistenza e il suo carattere forte, è diventata simbolo di una cultura che resiste al tempo, proprio come le antiche tradizioni della Sardegna.

The appellation: Barbagia IGT

The Barbagia IGT is an appellation that celebrates the winegrowing tradition of Barbagia, one of the most authentic and evocative areas of Sardinia. This Indicazione Geografica Tipica extends across the mountainous heart of the island, an area rich in history and characterised by a Mediterranean climate and by soils ideal for growing high-quality grapes. The Barbagia IGT allows producers to experiment with a range of grape varieties, both native and international, bringing out the bond with the land and their oenological creativity.

What to eat with Barbagia Bianco IGT

Who makes it: VikeVike

VikeVike was born out of a passion for Cannonau and the wish to give this variety back its most authentic expression. Founded at Mamoiada, in one of the areas best suited to Sardinian winegrowing, the winery is the fruit of a project that combines the wisdom of traditional practices with a modern, mindful vision of wine. From the outset, VikeVike has chosen an artisan, natural approach, refusing the use of chemicals in the vineyard and relying on spontaneous fermentations. The aim is to produce wines that reflect the land without manipulation, letting nature and the vintage express every nuance.The grapes are picked strictly by hand, with a careful selection of the best bunches. Fermentations take place with indigenous yeasts, without added winemaking aids, while ageing takes place in oak casks and concrete to allow the wine to mature without losing its original energy.

The vine of Barbagia Bianco IGT

Granazza

Granazza is a white grape variety native to Sardinia, particularly rare and precious. Grown mainly in the inland areas of the island, above all in the province of Nuoro, this variety is a jewel of the Sardinian winemaking tradition. Granazza is valued for its ability to produce complex, soft and aromatic wines, characterised by a vibrant freshness and an enveloping structure.

Barbagia Bianco IGT: the area

Altitude: Mid Altitude (500-800 m above sea level)

Soil: Limestone / chalk

Geographical setting: Inland area

Profile of Barbagia Bianco IGT

Primary aromas: Floral and fruity notes, with hints of green apple and citrus

Secondary aromas: Light mineral hints

Tasting notes: On the palate it is fresh, with good acidity and a pleasant savouriness that enhances its drinkability