What kind of wine is Alghero Torbato Spumante Brut Metodo Classico DOC “Oscarì” - Sella & Mosca

The Alghero Torbato Spumante Brut Metodo Classico DOC “Oscarì” - Sella & Mosca is a refined expression of the Torbato grape, a white grape variety typical of the Alghero area in Sardinia. This sparkling wine is produced using the Metodo Classico, the same method used for Champagne, which involves secondary fermentation in the bottle and a long aging on the lees. The result is an elegant, complex sparkling wine with a great balance between freshness and structure.

Vintage Details

Each vintage is the result of the peculiar climatic conditions of the Riviera del Corallo, where the influence of the sea mitigates the summer heat and allows for gradual grape ripening. Recent vintages of “Oscarì” are distinguished by their excellent balance between acidity and aromatic maturity, ensuring sparkling wines of great vivacity and harmony.

Winemaking and Aging

The production of Alghero Torbato Spumante Brut Metodo Classico DOC “Oscarì” - Sella & Mosca faithfully follows the Metodo Classico: after the first fermentation, the base wine rests and is then bottled with the addition of selected yeasts to initiate the presa di spuma (secondary fermentation in the bottle). Aging on the lees lasts at least 12 months, a period during which the wine develops complexity, creaminess, and fragrant notes. After remuage (manual or mechanical rotation of the bottles to move the sediments to the neck) and sboccatura (disgorgement, removal of the yeasts), the sparkling wine is dosed as Brut, meaning with a minimum sugar content to enhance the freshness of the Torbato grape.

Tasting Notes

Oscarì is a Metodo Classico characterized by a balanced sensory profile, where freshness, finesse, and aromaticity combine harmoniously.

Color

It presents a brilliant straw yellow color, animated by a fine and persistent perlage that enhances its visual vivacity and anticipates its gustatory freshness.

Nose

On the nose, it offers a delicate yet complex bouquet: notes of yellow fruit, ripe citrus, and floral hints emerge, accompanied by slight nuances of bread crust and toasted almond, typical of the long contact with the yeasts.

Taste

On the palate, it is fresh, dry, and vibrant, with a marked acidity that provides dynamism and a pleasant creamy sensation given by the aging. The finish is clean and mineral, consistent with its Mediterranean soul.

Food Pairings for Alghero Torbato Spumante Brut Metodo Classico DOC “Oscarì” - Sella & Mosca

Perfect as an elegant aperitif, “Oscarì” successfully accompanies a wide range of dishes thanks to its balance and good savoriness. Here are some ideal pairings:

• Seafood crudités, oysters, and white fish carpaccios
• Seafood appetizers and grilled shellfish
• Delicate first courses such as seafood or vegetable risottos
• Fresh and soft cheeses

It is a versatile sparkling wine, to be enjoyed both at the table and for toasts or celebrations.

Storage and Aging: How to Store Alghero Torbato Spumante Brut Metodo Classico DOC “Oscarì” - Sella & Mosca

To best appreciate its freshness and the vivacity of its perlage, the Alghero Torbato Spumante Brut Metodo Classico DOC “Oscarì” - Sella & Mosca should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct light, ideally at a constant temperature of 10-12°C. It is recommended to consume it within 2-3 years from disgorgement, a period during which it maintains its characteristics of fragrance, elegance, and finesse. Serve it at 6-8°C to best enhance its bubbles and the typical freshness of Torbato.