One of Italy’s unique whites is Vernaccia di Oristano, a style of wine practically synonymous with the Contini winery. Think Spanish Amontillado Sherry, with the mid palate of a chardonnay, showing baked apple, marzipan and generous salinity. This is a complex and juicy aperitivo, iconic really, descended from the wines of Andalusia, evidence of a strong connection between Sardinian and Spanish cultures. For fans of sherry and channeling the flavors and smells of a Boqueria, this one is for you!
🌟 Flor is in reference to a winemaking technique where a yeast cap is formed during fermentation, allowing oxygen to transform the wine into a sherry-like beverage.
BODY: medium ++
CHARACTER: sherry-like white
VARIETAL: Vernaccia
REGION: Oristano, Sardegna, Italy
FARMING: organic
VINIFICATION: traditional white winemaking process aged 4yr in non-topped-off oak/chestnut barrels “Caratelli”
