Presentation of Sardinia as an island with a rich winemaking tradition and unique identity.
Historical context of wine production in Italy and Sardinia's place in this scenario.
Geographic and climatic characteristics of the island: influence of the Mediterranean, winds, soils.
Production overview: cultivated grapes, diversity of wines, challenges and potential.
History of Viticulture in Sardinia:
Origins of viticulture on the island: influence of the Phoenicians, Romans and other peoples.
Traditions and customs related to wine in Sardinian culture.
Evolution of production over the centuries: challenges and achievements.
Influence of different cultures and dominations on Sardinian winemaking.
Wine production in modern Sardinia: tradition and innovation.
Terroir Sardo:
Influence of the Mediterranean climate: sun, wind, temperature variations.
Diversity of soils and microclimates on the island.
Sardinia wine regions and their characteristics.
Importance of terroir in defining the typicality of wines.
Maps of the island indicating production areas, soil types and designations of origin.
Sardinian Grapes:
Indigenous varieties:
Tintas: Cannonau, Carignano, Monica, Bovale Sardo, Girò.
Brancas: Vermentino, Nuragus, Vernaccia di Oristano.
Characteristics and potential of each variety.
Importance of preserving native grapes.
Other varieties grown on the island.
Wine Production:
Vineyard management: adaptation to climatic conditions and soil types.
Winemaking techniques: traditional and modern methods.
Elaboration of different styles of wine: reds, whites, rosés, sparkling wines, fortified wines.
The search for identity and typicality in Sardinian wines.
The role of the winemaker in expressing terroir.
Appellations of Origin:
Italian wine classification system: DOCG, DOC, IGT.
Main designations of origin in Sardinia: Vermentino di Gallura DOCG, Cannonau di Sardegna DOC, etc.
Regulations and specificities of each denomination.
Table wines and production "outside" appellations.
Sardinian Wines:
Sensory profiles of wines: aromas, flavors, structure, body.
Detailed descriptions of the island's wines, highlighting their characteristics.
Pairing with Sardinian cuisine.
Tips for tasting and appreciation.
