Be Luna Red Wine

A red wine from the heart of Sardinia, from a century-old vineyard dating back to 1905, aged in concrete and barriques.

If you are looking for an authentic Sardinian red wine with an ancient character, Be Luna is the Mandrolisai from Bentu Luna that will surprise you with its depth and complexity.

Produced by the Bentu Luna winery, established between the historic regions of Mandrolisai and Barigadu in the heart of Sardinia, Be Luna comes from a vineyard planted in 1905 in the municipality of Atzara, with over 117 years of history imprinted in every grape. A blend of three native Sardinian grape varieties — Bovaleddu 35%, Cannonau 35%, and Monica 30% — grown on sandy-loam soils that give the wine a unique and unrepeatable personality.

The winemaking respects time and tradition: after careful destemming, fermentation begins with a spontaneous pied de cuve in large concrete tanks, with whole berries and clusters fermenting for about 3 weeks, accompanied by light manual punch-downs. This is followed by an 8-month aging period in second-passage oak barriques, during which malolactic fermentation occurs and light bâtonnage (lees stirring) adds roundness and integration.

In the glass, Be Luna presents an intense ruby red color, a bouquet of ripe cherry and spicy notes, and a soft palate with a discreetly persistent finish that tells the whole soul of Mandrolisai.

This wine is suitable for you if:

• You love red wines from century-old vineyards and native Sardinian grape varieties.
• You are looking for labels vinified with traditional methods that respect the fruit.
• You appreciate complex blends of grapes little known outside of Sardinia.
• You want to discover Mandrolisai through a glass of character.

This Be Luna Mandrolisai IGT label is appreciated for its unique characteristics:

• Historic vineyard planted in 1905, 117 years old.
• Blend of three native grape varieties: Bovaleddu, Cannonau, and Monica.
• Spontaneous fermentation in concrete tanks with whole clusters.
• Awards and recognition from major industry magazines.

If you are looking for a deep Sardinian red, rooted in tradition, perfect for a table laden with island flavors, Be Luna by Bentu Luna represents the most authentic soul of the century-old Mandrolisai.

Key characteristics:

GRAPE VARIETIES: Bovaleddu 35%, Cannonau 35%, Monica 30%

ALCOHOL CONTENT: 14%

ORIGIN: 1905 vineyard, Municipality of Atzara — Mandrolisai

COLOR: Intense ruby red

AROMA: Ripe cherry, spicy notes

TASTE: Soft, discreetly persistent finish

Pairing suggestions:

Be Luna is perfect to accompany appetizers of savory cured meats and aged cheeses, first courses with meat sauces, and traditional Sardinian red meat dishes.

Awards and Recognitions:

• James Suckling — 92/100 points (2019 vintage)
• AIS — Recognition (2019 vintage)