Hòspes Nepente of Oliena Reserve 2022

Hospes, derives from Latin and means O spite, to indicate the hospitality that Gabriele D'Annunzio found in Oliena during his memorable trip in 1882.

GRAPES Cannonau 100%

ALCOHOL CONTENT 14.5%

ORIGIN

Vineyards trained as saplings in the territory of Oliena (NU).

PROCESSING

Hòspes is the result of a selection of grapes harvested in particularly productive years. The vinification involves a year-long fermentation at a controlled temperature in steel, thus preserving the typical aromas of Nepente. It is then refined in new 500-liter French oak tonneaux for another 18 months.

CHARACTERISTICS

Colour: intense ruby ​​red.

Aroma: intense and persistent, with hints of ripe red fruit, licorice and vanilla, light notes of Mediterranean scrub, soft and enveloping finish.

Taste: in the mouth it is balanced between alcoholic component, acidity and good tannicity.

COMBINATIONS

Hospes is a red wine ideal to accompany grilled meats, game and mature and spicy cheeses.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

5StarWines Vinitaly 2024 -94 Points