Alghero Rosso DOC Tanca Farrà 2016 "Sella & Mosca"

Tanca Farrà 2016 is one of the iconic wines of Sella & Mosca, born in the south-eastern quadrant of the estate on red clay soils rich in iron, shaped by the sun and winds of Sardinia.

A blend of Cannonau and Cabernet Sauvignon, it combines the nobility of Sardinia’s most celebrated native grape with the international elegance of Cabernet. After a long aging of 3 years between barriques and large oak casks, followed by 6 additional months in bottle, it reveals a unique profile, surprising for its harmony and elegance.

Ruby red with garnet reflections, the bouquet is ample and ethereal, offering floral notes of rose and violet, black cherry, myrtle, tobacco, with balsamic and spicy accents. On the palate it is full-bodied, dry, and balanced, with elegant tannins, warm minerality, and a lingering oak finish.

A great Mediterranean red, ideal with roasts, red meats, game, rich dishes, and aged hard cheeses.

Technical Sheet

Full name: Tanca Farrà Alghero Rosso DOC 2016 – Sella & Mosca
Appellation: Alghero Rosso DOC
Vintage: 2016
Production area: South-eastern quadrant of the Sella & Mosca Estate (Alghero, Sardinia)
Grape varieties: Cannonau and Cabernet Sauvignon
Harvest period: Late September (Cannonau) and early October (Cabernet Sauvignon)
Vinification: Crushing followed by cold maceration (3 days); fermentation at 22–24 °C; final blending of the two varieties for balanced harmony
Aging: 3 years between barriques and medium-sized oak casks, plus at least 6 months in bottle
Alcohol content: 13% vol.
Total acidity: 5.5 g/l
Aging potential: 5–6 years from bottling, with progressive improvement if properly cellared
Color: Ruby red with garnet highlights
Nose: Ample and ethereal, with notes of rose, violet, black cherry, myrtle, tobacco, cardamom, balsamic and spicy accents; herbal nuances typical of Cabernet
Palate: Full-bodied, dry, and balanced, with elegant structure, warm minerality, and a refined oak aftertaste
Serving temperature: 18 °C, with bottle opened in advance or ideally decanted
Pairings: Roasts, red meats, game, flavorful stews, aged hard cheeses
Allergens: Contains sulfites