PALA, Serdiana since 1950

from the first harvest in 1950 to the latest one, it is a tradition that continues with only one goal: to produce the best expression of the terroir of Sardinia.

Pala, since 1950

Pala Estate was founded in Sardinia, Italy, in 1950 with the first harvest by Salvatore Pala.

The tradition continues today under the guide of Lia Tolaini and her passion for the terroir, traditions and wines of this extraordinary island called Sardinia.

Sardinia

To tell the story of Pala, one must first tell the story of Sardinia. A story of this island’s wild rugged natural landscapes, the story of its ancestors, of the Builders of Towers and Giants, of its vineyards and the conquests of its people. Sardinia is an antique island, as are its people and its vineyards. There is no exaggerating when we say, Sardinia is one of, if not the most ancient land in the Mediterranean. It is unlike anywhere else in the world.

Geologically, it belongs to the massif of France, where it originally detached, to form an island. The rest of the Italian peninsula is on the the EuroAsian tectonic plate. Sardinia is without a doubt, a mini-continent. A land where the farthest point from the sea is 80 kms.

There is a concentration of unique landscapes, from snow topped mountains, to the longest canyon and the only dessert in Europe, to steep cliffs and beaches on the coast to fertile plains and limestone hills, like where the vineyards of Pala are located.

Pala's Vineyards

The Pala vineyards are divided into eight distinct single vineyard sites. Some are located close to the winery in Serdiana, while others are farther away. Each site was carefully selected for its unique terroir, optimal sun exposure, and ideal soil composition—matched specifically to the grape varieties best suited to thrive there.

The vineyards near Serdiana, where the Pala winery is based, lie in gently rolling hills with limestone-rich soils. This geological characteristic extends into neighboring municipalities like Ussana and Senorbì, where both limestone and marl are prevalent.

The farthest vineyards are located in the municipalities of Uras, Terralba, and San Nicolò d’Arcidano, along the central western coast of Sardinia. Here, the vines are planted in soils composed of fine white sands, offering a striking contrast to the inland sites and contributing to the diversity of Pala’s wine expressions.