Vermentino di Sardegna DOC “Ambat” (2023) - Sella & Mosca
This prestigious white wine comes from the hills of Alghero, in Sardinia. It is made by Sella & Mosca, one of the best-known wineries in the region, which uses only Vermentino grapes grown according to the principles of sustainable farming. "Ambat" 2023 stands out for its fresh, lively flavour, with notes of exotic fruit and white flowers, ideal alongside fish dishes.
Vermentino di Sardegna DOC “Ambat” (2023) - Sella & Mosca
Type: Vino Bianco
Area: Italy, Sardinia, Alghero
Appellation: Vermentino di Sardegna DOC
Grape variety: Vermentino
Vintage: 2023
Winery: Sella & Mosca
Alcohol: 13%
The appellation: Vermentino di Sardegna DOC
Vermentino di Sardegna DOC is one of the most representative appellations of Sardinian viticulture, established in 1988. This white wine, produced exclusively from Vermentino grapes grown across the island, reflects Sardinia’s unique character: a land kissed by the sun, caressed by the winds and surrounded by the sea.
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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 Vermentino di Sardegna DOC “Ambat”
Vermentino
Vermentino is a highly prized white grape variety, found mainly in the coastal regions of the Mediterranean. Its origin is debated, but it is thought to come from the Iberian peninsula or from Liguria, from where it would then have spread to Sardinia, Tuscany and Corsica. Today it is also grown in some areas of southern France.
Find out moreVermentino di Sardegna DOC “Ambat”: the Alghero 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 Vermentino di Sardegna DOC “Ambat”
Primary aromas: White flowers, Green apple, Peach
Secondary aromas: Mediterranean scrub, almonds, Marine and iodine notes
Tasting notes: This wine stands out for its bright golden hue. On the nose it reveals intense aromas of white peach, apricot and a touch of honey, enriched by floral and mineral shades. In the mouth it offers extraordinary freshness and vivacity, with a balanced structure and a long finish. The pleasure of the fruit marries perfectly with the complexity of the terroir, reflected in a pleasant minerality. Ideal for fish and seafood dishes, or as an aperitif. A wine that expresses the typical character of its grape variety with elegance and character.
| Sulphites | yes |
| Body | Full-bodied |
| Acidity | Medium |
| Tannin | Absent |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Finish | Media |
| Colour | Straw yellow with pale green highlights |
| Clarity | Clear |
Winemaking methods used for Vermentino di Sardegna DOC “Ambat”
Hand harvesting
Hand harvesting is a traditional, painstaking approach to picking, where bunches are selected and cut by hand straight from the vine. Compared with machine harvesting it allows far closer attention to quality, since only the best bunches are chosen and the fruit is not damaged.
Find out moreTemperature-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 moreAgeing methods used for Vermentino di Sardegna DOC “Ambat”
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.
Find out moreTime on the lees for Vermentino di Sardegna DOC “Ambat”
- Short (1–6 months)