Sella & Mosca – Torbato Brut Alghero DOC

A rare and precious varietal, rediscovered and rehabilitated by Sella & Mosca over years and years, torbato grows best in calcareous soil originating from ancient marine sedimentation.
After harvest, grapes are soft-pressed and undergo a cold settling. The first fermentation is initiated by select yeasts and takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature. The second fermentation occurs on the lees over 20 days in stainless steel. The wine does not undergo malolactic fermentation. Ages in stainless steel for three months and it’s then bottled.
The straw yellow color is bright and shining, while the aromas range vivaciously from acacia blossoms and pink grapefruit to autolytic and bready notes. A trail of iodine reverberates within a savory, fresh and balsamic palate with a creamy yet dry and vertical start. The aromatic nuances continue on, drawn by the acidity into an interminable finish.