Cantina Atzei Saragat Monica 2024

Cantina Atzei Saragat Monica

Region: Sardinia, Italy

Vintage: 2024

Bottle size: 75cl

Grape: Monica

ABV: 14%

A brilliant ruby red with purple reflections. ‘Saragat’ Monica has intense notes of marasca cherry and plum with a hint of spice on the palate, which shows great balance that is underpinned by a remarkable depth and silky tannins.

Monica, an indigenous grape variety, is sourced from bush-trained vineyards located in the Oristano area of southern Sardinia. The surrounding mountains create a perfect micro-climate to support vine health, even in the hottest months of the year. The soils are deep and predominantly sand, which aids drainage and helps to retain heat, producing highly aromatic wines.

After a 10-day maceration and soft pressing, the grapes were fermented using selected yeasts at a controlled temperature of 24-26°C. The wine was then aged for six months in French oak barrels and concrete tanks.

Atzei, in Sardinia, is part of the Fantini group, founded by Valentino Sciotti in 1994 to produce top-quality wine from southern Italy and its islands. Valentino has been enamoured by Sardinia and its characterful wines for his whole career. As a result, founding the Atzei winery was the perfect excuse for him to explore the island further. The oenological team is headed by Dennis Verdecchia, supported by Sardinian winemaker Daniele Manca and with the consultancy of Alberto Antonini. Together, they produce high-quality wines from selected vineyards planted around the village of Mogoro, just south of Oristano, in the southwestern part of the island. As with the other Fantini ventures, this project aims to produce wines from lesser-known regions, using grape varieties suited to producing quality wines.