Cayenna SubMariner Vermentino di Sardegna DOC 2021 Tenuta Asinara
Vintage : 2021
Format : 750ml
Graduation : 14%
Origin : Sardinia
Temperature : 10°
Color : Intense straw yellow with greenish reflections
Denomination : Vermentino di Sardegna DOC
Notes : Strong tropical notes of passion fruit, mango and citrus fruits harmonized by those of helichrysum, iodine, Mediterranean scrub and sea scent. The direct effect of sea salt pleasantly enhances the sapidity of the wine which balances perfectly with the softness resulting from the refinement in tonneau.
A long history that has its roots in the distant times of the ancient Romans. Some testimonies of the local elders regarding illustrations present in the Roman villa of Santa Filica, at the mosaic of Bacchus in the territory of Sorso, unequivocally confirm the ancient Roman tradition of immersing the freshly harvested grapes in sea water, transported manually in baskets. Empirical tests had confirmed the benefits conferred to the bunches by contact with the brackish component of sea water, with evident qualitative improvements that will be found in the wine, in terms of flavor, aromatic set and structure. Centuries later, the Sassu Family, owner of the Tenuta Asinara, has decided not to lose the tradition so tied to the territory and with the use of technology and a helicopter, has immersed Vermentino grapes in the waters of the Gulf of Asinara from which the wine was born, unique and unrepeatable. A wine born from the most ancient tradition, capable of offering a unique tasting experience.
Vinification & Aging: Immersion of the grapes in exploiting the saline action of sea water has eliminated the protective waxy layer of the grapes (pruina) favoring dehydration and consequently the concentration of the aromatic and gustatory part. Loading of whole bunches in the press, not destemmed, soft pressing in the total absence of oxygen. Subsequent fermentation in Tonneau of 500lt. with a stable temperature of 15°C.
A white wine with excellent structure, for collectors and wine enthusiasts!
Pairings : To be paired with grilled fish.
