Attilio Contini
Vernaccia di Oristano
Oristano, Sardinia, Italy
Had it November 2010.
Bought in a street market in Rome for 5euros, I had no expectations, instead...
Great nose of Nocino liquor, almond, minerally and loads of other scents.
A little bittery in the aftertaste, but altogether very pleasant and fascinating.
Had it November 2010.
Bought in a street market in Rome for 5euros, I had no expectations, instead...
Great nose of Nocino liquor, almond, minerally and loads of other scents.
A little bittery in the aftertaste, but altogether very pleasant and fascinating.
Considering the difficulties in raising authentic Vernacce d'Oristano made-up in few samples by several farmers in Sardinia only for their family or personal use, this one from Contini seems a fair compromise to dig up in the market. This particular bottle had the cork a little too dry so that the typical oxidation of the Sherry style wine produced with the yeast Flor, was a bit "above the lines" sticking out an exstinguished soul!
Considering the difficulties in raising authentic Vernacce d'Oristano made-up in few samples by several farmers in Sardinia only for their family or personal use, this one from Contini seems a fair compromise to dig up in the market. This particular bottle had the cork a little too dry so that the typical oxidation of the Sherry style wine produced with the yeast Flor, was a bit "above the lines" sticking out an exstinguished soul!
Aug 25th, 2015This thing is gorgeous, a little known gem that could compete with Jura at 2-3x the price. Nosebleeds with ample dried apricot, almonds, orzata/almond milk, some ginger, some baking spice. However, the oxidative notes are wonderfully balanced by a punchy salinity that keeps the whole thing alive. At 10C it hits a peak of expressiveness and drinkability. Closer to 15 and the 15.5% alcohol starts saying hello
This thing is gorgeous, a little known gem that could compete with Jura at 2-3x the price. Nosebleeds with ample dried apricot, almonds, orzata/almond milk, some ginger, some baking spice. However, the oxidative notes are wonderfully balanced by a punchy salinity that keeps the whole thing alive. At 10C it hits a peak of expressiveness and drinkability. Closer to 15 and the 15.5% alcohol starts saying hello
Jun 2nd, 2024
Sardegna, under Flor. Nutty and salty.
Sardegna, under Flor. Nutty and salty.
Jan 6th, 2024
Lovely oxidative wine. Nutty almond notes, dates, golden raisins.
Lovely oxidative wine. Nutty almond notes, dates, golden raisins.
Jun 17th, 2023
A disappearing wine that is a real wonder. A sherry Italian style from a beautiful island. Well integrated 15.5% alcohol, nutty, still vivid (13yrs old) with dried apricot and dates scents. A rare pearl that worth every penny!
A disappearing wine that is a real wonder. A sherry Italian style from a beautiful island. Well integrated 15.5% alcohol, nutty, still vivid (13yrs old) with dried apricot and dates scents. A rare pearl that worth every penny!
Dec 3rd, 2016
