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The origins of the Nuragus variety are quite uncertain. Some experts have advanced hypotheses according to which the vine appeared on Sardinia before the 12th century BC, having been brought in by colonists from Phoenicia. The origin of the name has also elicited numerous explanations, nearly all of which link the variety in some way with the Nuraghi, the mysterious stone constructions of the Neolithic period that are found in various parts of Sardinia. Over the centuries, Nuragus has usually emerged without loss from the crises provoked by parasitic infestations or other unfavorable developments. It has even gained from such negative events, since they have provided the variety further opportunities to fill in the gaps left in the ranks of other breeds, so that cultivation of Nuragus has steadily expanded. The variety is quite popular with Sardinian growers because of its capacity to adapt to every type of terrain, its slowness in putting out new vegetation in the spring and, above all, its highly elevated production capacity. The latter trait is underlined in the production discipline, which fixes, maximum output of grapes at 200 quintals a hectare. Even then, growers must often carry out green pruning to keep production within the limit.
Name Nuragus di Cagliari
Denomination doc
Category White
Regulation of production Ministerial Decree 05/11/1987 – G.U. n.245 of 20/10/1987
Region Sardegna
Province Cagliari, Oristano, Nuoro
History It is produced by an old and fruitful vine by the ancient Phoenician sailors brought Sardinian and used to decorate the Nuraghe.
Vines which is allowed to produce it: Nuragus: 85.0% – 100.0%
Grape’s yield for hectare 200 quintals
Grape’s yield / wine 70%
Alcohol / grape 10%
Alcohol / wine 10,5%
Acidity 4,5 for 1000
Colour Sometimes pale straw with light green reflections.
Fragrance Vinous, pleasant.
Flavour Sweet, fruity, harmonious, slightly sour, pleasant good drink.