Wine has its own soul made up of history, identity, unmistakable flavors and smells. The wines of Tenuta Paltusa are born from the granite and mineral soils of upper Gallura.
The wines of Tenuta Paltusa are ideal for savoring the fantastic scents of Sardinia in each glass.
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Vermentino di Gallura
Designation of Controlled and Guaranteed Superior Origin
Delicate and fragrant, Vermentino di Gallura DOCG Paltusa takes its name from our estate, narrating the identity of this territory and of our beloved Sardinia. A profoundly Mediterranean wine, which contains the scents of the whole island and the sea that surrounds it.
Characteristics: Straw yellow-green colored wine, the olfactory examination is full and enveloping, with notes of ripe fruit and Mediterranean aromas. Characteristics that we also find in the taste, pleasantly sapid, but fresh.
Pairings: Excellent with crustaceans, molluscs and seafood, first courses, white meats and baked fish; but also with medium-aged cheeses.
Service temperature: 10-12°
Alcohol: 14,5°
Blend: Pure Vermentino
Production area: Valentino, Agro di Calangianus
Vineyards: 4 hectares, Guyot vine training, yield of 50/60 quintals/Ha, grapes deliberately thinned out at the right time
Typical climate: Mediterranean, characterized by spring and autumn rains, hot and breezy summers, with significant temperature variations
Soil: the soil skeleton and aquifers are rich, granitic and very mineral
Harvest: The grapes, having reached a slight overripeness, are harvested by hand, carefully selected and then destemmed.
Vinification: Fermentation is activated at controlled temperatures in steel silos, followed by soft pressing; the flower must ferments slowly, at 11-12° for about 20 days. Aging on the lees and frequent stirring for 6/7 months.
Vermentino bianco
Designation of Controlled and Guaranteed Superior Origin
Pleasantly savoury, but fresh, with notes of ripe fruit and Mediterranean aromas. The Vermentino di Gallura DOCG la Contra tells with its bright golden yellow color, the beauty of our lands, between vineyards and sunbeams.
Characteristics: Straw yellow-green colored wine, the typical scents of Gallura stand out on the olfactory examination. Pleasantly savoury, but fresh with notes of ripe fruit and Mediterranean aromas. Characteristics that we also find in the taste, pleasantly sapid, but fresh.
Pairings: Excellent with appetizers and seafood, first courses, white meats and baked fish; but also fresh and medium-aged cheeses.
Serving temperature: 10-12°
Alcohol: 14°
Blend: Pure Vermentino
Production area: Valentino, Agro di Calangianus
Vineyards: 2 hectares, Guyot vine training, yield of 50 quintals/Ha, grapes deliberately thinned out at the right time. Irrigation only in case of rescue
Climate: Typical Mediterranean, characterized by spring and autumn rains, hot and breezy summers, with significant temperature variations that give unique aromas and flavors
Soil: Granite in decay which gives the wine particular minerality
Harvest: The grapes, having reached a slight overripeness, are harvested by hand, carefully selected and then destemmed.
Vinification: Fermentation is activated at controlled temperatures in steel silos, followed by soft pressing; the flower must ferments slowly, at 11-12° for about 20 days.
Colli del Limbara
Typical Geographical Indication
A blend of Gallura Sangiovese and Nebbiolo grapes, Frati Gherra is the red wine of Tenuta Paltusa. Full-bodied and structured, with a ruby red colour. Its organoleptic properties accompany us in the land of high Gallura, with aromas of wild herbs and berries.
Characteristics: Ruby red colored wine. The great structure and the important tannins give this red great perspective on the nose and on the palate, characterized by complexity, persistence and good longevity.
Pairings: Excellent with medium-aged cheeses, cured meats, red meat
Serving temperature: 16-18°
Alcohol: 14.5°
Blend: 60% Sangiovese 40% Nebbiolo
Production Area: Locality Valentino, Agro di Calangianus
Vineyards: 2 hectares, sapling vine training
Climate: Typical Mediterranean, characterized by spring and autumn rains, hot and breezy summers, with significant temperature variations
Soil: Granitic, mineral, rich in skeleton and aquifers. Good permeability and porosity, high potassium content.
Harvest: Once the grapes have reached maturity, they are selected and harvested by hand, pressed and left to macerate on the skins.