The Pala family began their adventure with wine in 1950 amongst the rolling, vine-covered hills of Serdiana, an idyllic village located in southern Sardinia. With mild winters and warm, dry summers, this part of Italy's second largest island is ideal for grape growing, with the traditional varietals finding a special home here. Under the guidance of Mario Pala as of 1995, the winery continues to be family-owned. The value of tradition and the innovation of modern techniques are both incorporated into the winemaking process at Pala.
Pala owns six different vineyard areas with a total of 68 hectares currently under vine. Each vineyard is planted with varietals that are chosen according to the microclimate and soil type of the individual site. Many of these varietals are indigenous to Sardinia including Monica, and Nuragus. Pala practices organic farming in the vineyard and does not use chemical pesticides or fertilizers.
A deep respect for tradition, special care and devotion to the vines and finally the production of great wines, have always been the fundamental philosophy of Pala. This dedication has resulted in wines of great character and elegance that are enjoyed by wine lovers around the world.
Vermentino 50% and Nuragus 50% Pale straw color with medium intensity on the nose and a palate of floral and fresh fruit accents. An ideal match with
Wine Advocate 90 "The 2014 S'Arai represents a unique blend of 40% Cannonau, 30% Carignano and 30% Bovale. This super all-Sardinian blend offers bold and rich
Intense ruby red colour with violet hints, very clear. Very intense, fresh and immediate aroma with notes of ripe red fruits and vegetables. Dry and
PRACTICING ORGANIC Originally called Crabilis (the actual name of the vineyard where the vermentino grows), the wine is now renamed i Fiori (the flowers) in honor
James Suckling 91 “Cooked apples, spices, jasmine and loquat are all on offer on the nose. Medium to full body, juicy acidity and an oily finish
James Suckling 90 “Loads of primary fruit here with raspberry coulis, citrus and spices. Medium body, bright acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now.” The wine is
Wine Enthusiast 90 WE TOP 100 2019 Rank 18 Best Buys “A fifty-fifty blend of Carignano and Monica, this savory red opens with aromas of Mediterranean scrub, wild
James Suckling 92 "A sexy cannonau with fresh herbs, orange peel, wild strawberries, lilacs and rose petals. Tightly wound and edgy with bright acidity and
Wine Advocate 91 "Pala hits a home run with this beautiful wine. The 2011 S'Arai is a blend of Cannonau, Carignano and Bovale Sardo. The wine
Vinous 93 "Dark ruby. Fresh floral, chocolate, plum, blueberry and smoke on the complex, perfumed nose and in the mouth. Big, deep, smoky, chocolaty wine
James Suckling 90 "A dense and rich white with cooked apple, candied pineapple and a yeasty undertone that follow through to a full palate with plenty
James Suckling 93 "A fresh Cannonau with hibiscus, red cherries, spicy cranberries, lemons and orange rind. Medium to full body, crunchy red fruit, tangy acidity and
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