Italy | SardiniaVermentino di Sardegna DOC Cayenna Submariner 2022

A wine produced according to the ancient Roman tradition of immersing freshly harvested grapes in sea water. Refined in barrels for 8 months with frequent bâtonnages, this wine is able to give a unique tasting experience. Intense straw yellow with greenish reflexes, its bouquet is fine and persistent, notes of ripe white pulp fruit and iodine, which alternates with light spicy notes. The direct effect of the sea salt pleasantly enhances the flavor of the wine which is perfectly balanced with the softness resulting from aging in Tonneau.

Cayenna Submariner

Cayenna Submariner, a wine born from the sea

Manual harvesting, in the second ten days of September.

Once harvested, Vermentino grapes are immersed into the waters of Asinara’s gulf, right in front of the vineyards, with the use of a helicopter. By immersing the grapes, the protective waxy layer (bloom) is removed by the sea water. This process brings to the dehydration of the grapes and consequently to a higher concentration of the aromatic properties. Afterwards, the whole bunches (non destemmed) are loaded into the press, and softly pressed in total absence of oxygen. Subsequent fermentation in 500lt Tonneau. with stable temperature at 15 ° C.

Cayenna Submariner is a fine aperitif for special occasions, but it is also excellent in combination with sushi, seafood and fish specialties. Due to its pleasant acidity and good persistence, this elegant white wine marries perfectly with Japanese Kobe and with any fatty meats.