Cala Reale Vermentino of Sardinia 2023

A marine and tropical Vermentino from Alghero's ancient seaside soils

If you're looking for a Vermentino with a distinctly marine and complex character, Cala Reale is the white wine that will captivate you with its briny savoriness. Cultivated on ancient marine soils in Alghero and vinified with cold maceration followed by long aging on fine lees, this Vermentino expresses its deep connection to the sea. The result is a deep straw yellow with brilliant green hues, intense aromas of tropical notes combined with hints of Mediterranean scrub, and a taste that blends warm notes of ripe fruit with briny savoriness and a fresh, persistent finish.

This wine is for you if:

• You appreciate marine and briny Vermentinos
• You seek complex white wines with territorial character
• You love wines with long aging on lees
• You want to discover Alghero's marine essence

This Cala Reale Vermentino di Sardegna label is awarded for its distinctive characteristics:

• Silver Medal Decanter World Wine Awards - global recognition
• Ancient marine soils that impart unique savoriness
• Extended aging on fine lees for complexity
• Distinctive briny savoriness reminiscent of the sea

If you are looking for a Vermentino with a marine character, perfect with sushi and seafood first courses, Cala Reale represents the briny essence of the Alghero coast.

Main characteristics:

GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Vermentino
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 13.5%
ORIGIN: Ancient marine soils, Alghero
Color: Deep straw yellow with brilliant green hues
Aroma: Intense: tropical notes, Mediterranean scrub, berries, and medicinal herbs
Taste: Warm notes of ripe fruit blended with briny savoriness, fresh and persistent finish

Serving suggestions:

Cala Reale is excellent as an aperitif and pairs magnificently with seafood appetizers and first courses. Particularly excellent with sushi and sashimi, where its marine savoriness enhances the delicate flavors of raw fish.

Awards and Recognition:

• Decanter World Wine Awards 2020 - Silver Medal (2019 vintage)