The story
Founded in 1899 by Piedmontese pioneers, Sella & Mosca “turned a plain into vineyards and built a self-contained village around it,” as Gambero Rosso notes—a testament to the estate's historic ambition. Over 120 years later, this Alghero winery remains a compelling destination for oenophiles. Its flagship, the Marchese di Villamarina, is a Cabernet whose grapes “adapted perfectly to the local microclimate,” resulting in a wine described as “expressive, elegant, and very drinkable.” Gambero Rosso also highlights the Torbato sparkling wine Oscarì, produced using the Metodo Classico with 24 months on the lees, noting its fresh, citrusy character and creamy texture.
The winery’s hospitality has expanded with the agriresort Casa Villa Marina, offering tastings, events, and food pairings. With 520 hectares of contiguous vineyards—one of Europe’s largest—Sella & Mosca balances scale with an artisan ethos, working daily in the vineyards to express the territory’s marine influence. It has become a destination for wine lovers and tourists alike.
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Reviewers praise Sella & Mosca’s Marchese di Villamarina Alghero Cabernet as a standout, with the overall vibe being one of refined, sun-drenched Sardinian elegance.
“This Marchese di Villamarina is a Cabernet from Alghero, and it’s really elegant – it has this Mediterranean character, with balsamic notes and fine, supple tannins. The structure is there but the wine is incredibly smooth and drinkable, not at all overpowering like some southern Italian Cabernets. It’s a perfect expression of how a grape can adapt to a unique microclimate and make something refined.”
What creators say
3 creators have covered Sella & Mosca. Most active: Gambero Rosso
- Gambero RossoLoved
Quaglia ripiena di "purpuzza" con tartufo, verdure di stagione e purea di patate · @ 0:28
Sella & Mosca is a historic winery in Alghero, Sardinia, founded in 1899 by Piedmontese pioneers. They turned a plain into vineyards and built a self-contained village around it. The wine 'Marchese di Villamarina' is a Cabernet made from grapes that adapted perfectly to the local microclimate—expressive, elegant, and very drinkable. The estate has been making wine for over 120 years, with an unwavering commitment to quality and tradition.
Dishes mentioned
Marchese di Villamarina Alghero Cabernet
This Marchese di Villamarina is a Cabernet from Alghero, and it’s really elegant – it has this Mediterranean character, with balsamic notes and fine, supple tannins. The structure is there but the wine is incredibly smooth and drinkable, not at all overpowering like some southern Italian Cabernets. It’s a perfect expression of how a grape can adapt to a unique microclimate and make something refined.
- Gambero RossoLoved
Polpettine di bue, impanate nel pane carasau, con maionese di cavolo viola · @ 0:25
Sella & Mosca is a historic winery near Alghero, Sardinia, known for its Torbato sparkling wine Oscarì produced using the Metodo Classico with 24 months on the lees. The winery has expanded its hospitality with the agriresort Casa Villa Marina, offering tastings, events, and food pairings. The Torbato grape is an indigenous Sardinian variety, and the wine maintains a fresh, citrusy character with creamy texture, making it a perfect match for fried foods. The winery has become a destination for wine lovers and tourists alike.
Dishes mentioned
Polpettine di Bue, Impanate nel Pane Carasau, con Maionese di Cavolo Viola
The chef prepared beef meatballs with parsley, garlic, egg, and bread soaked in milk, then coated them in a batter and crushed carasau bread before frying at 170-175°C for two minutes. They were served with a purple cabbage mayonnaise and salad. When I tasted them, the outer crust was incredibly crunchy from the carasau, and the inside was tender and flavorful. The mayonnaise added a nice tangy element. Paired with the Oscarì sparkling wine, the bubbles cut through the richness beautifully.
- Gambero RossoLoved
Maltagliati allo zafferano con ragout di cortile ed erbette di campo · @ 0:28
Sella & Mosca is a large winery in Alghero, Sardinia, with 520 hectares of contiguous vineyards, one of the largest in Europe. They pride themselves on being artisans, working daily in the vineyards. The estate produces the Cala Reale Vermentino di Sardegna, a wine that expresses the territory's marine influence: sapid, fresh, and iodate. The wine reflects the calcareous soils and sea winds of the Alghero area.
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Cala Reale Vermentino di Sardegna
This is an incredible Vermentino. It's sapid, but I'd add that you can really taste the sea salt, the iodine. The freshness and acidity are balanced, making it very drinkable. It comes from vines grown in calcareous soil near the sea, and you can taste the sea breeze. It pairs beautifully with the maltagliati dish.
