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Rosso, Cantine di Neoneli
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Grape
Pascale, Cannonau, Monica, Muristellu, Carignano, Cagnulari, Cinsault, Nieddumannu, Nieddusaludu
Drinking Window
Ready or drink by 2030
Region
Neoneli, Sardinia
Winemaker Notes
The wine heritage of Neoneli is so huge that often the wines are the result of a blend of about 10 types of native varieties. The grapes come from sapling vines which are considered young here but they actually have an average age of about 40 years.
The Arcivu Rosso is a harmonious blend of several indigenous Sardinian grape varieties, each contributing unique characteristics to the wine. The grapes are hand-harvested from bush-trained vines, some of which are decades old, reflecting the rich viticultural heritage of the region.
Fermentation is carried out with native yeasts, and the wine is aged in a combination of stainless steel and used oak barrels to preserve its fresh fruit flavors while adding subtle complexity. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied profile with flavors of red berries, herbs, and a touch of spice, supported by balanced acidity and soft tannins. Serve at 16-18°C (60-64°F).
The Story
Keep in mind, this wine region has only bottled wine for a few years. Prior to that, all wine was just made a bulk wine, sold by the liter and bottled in reused plastic water bottles. But, that doesn't mean the wine tradition isn't extremely strong here. Of some 600 inhabitants, kids included, 130 make wine. Literally fights break out over coffee in the morning about fermentation methods, as it is that ingrained in their tradition that everyone has their opinion.
Neoneli winery was born from a bet desired and accepted years ago when 3 friends (Marco, Samuel and Salvatore) decided to save the identity and traditions of their territory.
Through hard work, perseverance and stubbornness they managed to go beyond reason, feeling indebted to their people who have been able to maintain the quality of their vines for centuries: a heritage that was impossible to leave behind.
Today the vineyard area counts over 6 hectares, divided in about twenty vineyards which over the centuries have built a perfect symbiosis with the surrounding cork oaks, used exclusively for the cork of their bottles, creating a rare wine landscape.
The potential in this zone immense, even if no one really knows of it yet. You'll have the great pleasure to say that you drank one of the first bottles ever produced in this region.
