Vermentino di Sardegna 'Is Argiolas' Argiolas 2024
"Is Argiolas" is a selection of the best Vermentino grapes from the Selegas area, matured for several months in steel. It has a straw yellow color and pleasant floral notes with a hint of yellow fruit that invite a warm, marine, and elegant sip
“Is Argiolas” is a Vermentino di Sardegna, a faithful descriptor of its native land. It is produced by Argiolas, a winery that has been in operation for over 100 years, at the Tenuta di Serdiana. It is located in the homonymous municipality, in the province of Cagliari, where the Sardinian hinterland encloses the essence of a territory, made of colors and scents. In the embrace of this hilly amphitheater that looks towards the capital and its gulf, the vineyards of Argiolas extend, positioned at altitudes between 300 and 350 meters. Soul and body are dedicated to enhancing the traditional grape varieties of the area, through agricultural choices and a processing method based on integrated farming. Environmental sustainability is of primary importance for this productive reality, which has been moving in this direction for 20 years, constantly conducting studies, research, and experiments.
The Vermentino di Sardegna “Is Argiolas” is influenced by the hilly breeze, the sun, and the mild climate that characterize this part of Sardinia.The selection of grapes is precise and timely, in order to obtain the best must that will first undergo a cold decantation to become clear, and then the alcoholic fermentation carried out by only indigenous yeasts. Completing the aging phase is a rest on the fine lees, lasting from 40 to 60 days, thus enriching the wine with an inimitable personality.
Is Argiolas is a Sardinian Vermentino with a strong personality, clearly expressed both on the nose and palate. It presents itself with a straw yellow color, brightened by some reflections that sometimes lean towards greenish tones. Its aroma tells of yellow flowers and fruit, which are nicely counterbalanced by herbaceous and mineral notes. The freshness and salinity perceived in the mouth betray the originating soils, white and calcareous, making it a wine of delightful drinkability. The consistent structure and good alcohol content make Is Argiolas refined yet enveloping. A wine that can yield interesting results even after a reasonable wait. Its excellent value-for-money makes it a must have to enrich one's personal cellar.value-for-money makes it a must have to enrich one's personal cellar.