Region: Sardegna
History: Established as a DOC in 1981
Vineyard Area: 13 ha / 32 acres (2013, V)
Production: 325 hl (total 2013/14, V); avg. 3,090 cases bottled annually
Principal Red Grape Varieties: Bovale
Styles and Wine Composition:
ROSATO WINES
- Rosato (Ro): Minimum 35% Bovale Sardo; 20–35% Cannonau; 20–35% Monica; maximum 10% OAG
RED WINES
- Rosso (Rd): Minimum 35% Bovale Sardo; 20–35% Cannonau; 20–35% Monica; maximum 10% OAG
- Superiore (Rosso)
Significant Production Rules:
- Maximum vineyard elevation: 750 m (2,460 ft)
- Minimum alcohol level: 11.5% for Rosato and Rosso; 12.5% for Superiore
- Aging: For Superiore, minimum 2 years, including 1 year in barrel (ERD = November 1, V+2)
