Vernaccia di Oristano (1968) - Silvio Carta

In the heart of Sardinia, Vernaccia di Oristano is a wine that tells old stories, and the Silvio Carta winery is one of its most devoted keepers. Founded in 1952, the estate has brought out the best in a singular grape variety, Vernaccia di Oristano, which thrives on the dry, windswept land of the island. The 1968 vintage is especially compelling, marking as it does a period of revival for Sardinian winegrowing. In those years Silvio Carta, with his far-sighted vision, began experimenting with ageing in chestnut casks, giving the wine a distinctive character and an unbreakable bond with tradition.

The appellation: Vernaccia di Oristano DOC

Vernaccia di Oristano DOC is one of the most fascinating appellations in Sardinian winemaking, officially recognised in 1971. This white wine, made mainly from Vernaccia grapes, stands out for its complex aromatic profile and for its ability to express the unique land it comes from, with a Mediterranean climate and mineral-rich soils.

What to eat with Vernaccia di Oristano

Who makes it: Silvio Carta

The Silvio Carta winery, in the heart of Sardinia, in the province of Oristano, is an example of passion and dedication to winegrowing. With a strong connection to its area, this estate stands out for wines that express the authenticity and the richness of Vernaccia di Oristano DOC, a native grape variety that tells stories of tradition and innovation. Vernaccia di Oristano is the winery's flagship, a wine that evolves over time and gives the palate a unique experience. With its unmistakable aromatic profile, this wine lends itself to many food pairings, making it ideal with traditional Sardinian dishes and aged cheeses.

The vine of Vernaccia di Oristano

Vernaccia di Oristano

Vernaccia di Oristano is a white grape variety native to Sardinia, famous for giving rise to the wines of the Vernaccia di Oristano DOC. This variety is closely tied to the province of Oristano and stands out for its ability to produce oxidative wines of great complexity, deeply shaped by the Mediterranean climate and by local winemaking traditions.

Vernaccia di Oristano: the area

Climate: Mediterranean

Altitude: Low to mid altitude (200–500 m above sea level)

Soil: Limestone / chalk

Geographical setting: Coast

Profile of Vernaccia di Oristano

Primary aromas: White fruit, Almond

Secondary aromas: Spices, Vanilla

Tertiary aromas: Leather, Tobacco

Tasting notes: A fortified wine with notes of almond and dried fruit and nuts, typical of Vernaccia di Oristano. On the palate it is complex and persistent.