Nurra and Logudoro Wine Route – Sardinia: windy vineyards, dark hills and the deep character of the wines of the north-west. The Nurra and Logudoro Wine Route extends between the lava plains of Nurra and the green heights of Logudoro, in north-western Sardinia. It is a land of ancient passages, silent nuraghi and tenacious countryside. Here the vine grows on soils rich in iron, volcanic ash and clay, giving rise to expressive and intense wines, shaped by the sun and the mistral. 🍇 Identity wines and soils sculpted by fire: The protagonist is Cagnulari, a native red that finds its ideal habitat around Usini and Ossi: deep, spicy and with lively tannins. But the territory also produces structured Vermentino, fine Semidano and rustic but elegant Cannonau. The moderate altitudes and the strong temperature variations favor the concentration of aromas and the longevity of the wines. 👉 Tip: Taste a pure Cagnulari with carasau bread and Sardinian sausage: simplicity and intensity in perfect balance. 🏞️ Archaic landscapes and silent villages: Among the rows emerge the round shapes of the nuraghi, the dark profiles of the volcanic hills and the roads that cross discreet and genuine villages such as Thiesi, Mores, Ozieri and Torralba. The vineyards coexist with olive groves, flocks and dry stone walls, in a sober and rooted balance. 👉 Tip: Stop at a family-run winery between Ossi and Ittiri: the producers tell the wine as a relative tells the story. 🚶 Rural paths and backlit archaeology: In this part of the island, wine tourism merges with slow discovery. Among the paths of the Valle dei Nuraghi or along the secondary roads that connect the cellars, you will encounter sacred wells, domus de janas and ancient parish churches. The wineries offer visits accompanied by small tastings and tastings of local cuisine. 👉 Tip: Depart Torralba and reach Santu Antine at dawn, then indulge in a glass of fresh Semidano with local cheeses. 🍴 Strong flavors and true combinations: The local cuisine is made up of slow cooking, ancient grains and aged cheeses. Cagnulari supports roasts, thick soups, snails and game. Dry whites, on the other hand, accompany cereals, legumes and white meats. Each table here is sincere, without frills, but rich in memory. 👉 Tip: Savor a broad bean and fennel soup with a Vermentino della Nurra: a fragrant encounter between earth and wind. 🎉 Authentic meetings and community rituals: The wineries of Logudoro and Nurra open their doors during seasonal events, public harvests, agricultural fairs and patron saint festivals. They are not only oenological moments, but opportunities for relationships between those who live in the area and those who cross it with curiosity and respect. 👉 Tip: Take part in the Usini Wine Festival in autumn: a frank celebration, made up of hospitality and unfiltered stories. Here wine does not only accompany the meal: it follows the rhythm of the land, collects family stories and becomes a liquid memory of an essential Sardinia.