Description
The Monica di Sardegna PDO is reserved exclusively for Red wine.
Production Area
The production area of Monica di Sardegna PDO is within the entire territory of the Sardinia region.
Description of product typologies
Monica di Sardegna PDO is bright colour with purplish reflections; the nose is intense, with jammy notes of red fruit which blend smoothly with an aromatic vegetal sensation, giving the wine a particular freshness with balsamic traces; it is dry, sapid and slightly acidic on the palate, with a characteristic aftertaste. It can also be produced as a semi-sparkling wine and display Superiore on the label. Grapes destined for the vinification of Monica di Sardegna PDO wines must ensure a minimum natural alcohol level of 10.5% vol.; for Monica di Sardegna PDO Superiore wines the minimum natural alcohol level must be 12% vol. Monica di Sardegna PDO wines cannot be released for consumption before March 31st of the following that in which the grapes were produced; Monica di Sardegna PDO Superiore wines can be released for consumption from September 1st of the year following that of the grape harvest.
Additional specifications
Semi-sweet Monica di Sardegna PDO wines, both Tranquillo and Frizzante, must display the specification “Amabile” (Semi-Sweet) on the label.
