Wine: Villacidro Bianco | Liquore
Cellar: Villacidro Murgia
High-Alcohol Semi-Dry Liqueur: A highly aromatic liqueur with a 45% alcohol content, characterized by a strong taste of anise and wild fennel. It is sweetened by the gentle blending of eight other herbs and roots, all processed according to a secret recipe dating back to 1882 on the Murgia family estates. This liqueur is absolutely colorless, like moonlight.
Gastronomy Pairings:
- Experience the unique combination of Villacidro Bianco with pears!
- It’s a tradition among early risers in winter to add it to their morning coffee.
- The Murgia family’s home cooks use it as a substitute for wild fennel in hearty winter dishes like lamb stew, fava beans, and lard.
Production Technique: Cold transformation through mechanical blending of infusions, water-based mixtures, alcoholic extracts, high-quality fine-tasting alcohol, granulated sugar, and water for ice.
History: Originating around the 1880s as a refinement of pure spirits, Villacidro Murgia has been a multi-award-winning product at various European exhibitions. From the 1900 World Exhibition in Paris (Eiffel Tower) to numerous others across Europe in the early 20th century. For over 140 years, Villacidro Murgia has been hailed as one of Sardinia’s iconic liqueurs. The recipe has been passed down through five generations of the Murgia family who carefully guard its secret and expertly oversee its production process.