Tenuta Olianas in Sarcidano, southern Sardinia
Situated in the heart of the subregion of Sarcidano, in southern Sardinia, Tenuta Olianas lies 50 minutes to the north of Cagliari. Boasting 35ha of vineyards, the estate – the only Demeter-certified company in Sardinia – focuses on key native varieties Cannonau, Vermentino, Bovale, Malvasia, Nasco and Semidano. Flagship wines include the Cannonau di Sardegna DOC and Vermentino di Sardegna DOC.
With owner and oenologist Stefano Casadei at the helm, Tenuta Olianas sits within the Famiglia Casadei group portfolio; a venture which first took shape at the turn of the millennium in collaboration with the Olianas family from Gergei.
Oenologist, Stefano Casadei and agronomist and technical director, Alfredo Figus
A new approach to agriculture
Olianas is guided by an all encompassing philosophy in every decision taken, spanning work in the vineyard, winery and beyond. Developed by Casadei himself, this holistic approach is known as BioIntegrale and is used across the family’s three estates: Castello del Trebbio (Chianti Rufina, Tuscany), Tenuta Casadei (Alta Maremma, Tuscany) and Olianas (Sarcidano, Sardinia).
The BioIntegrale approach is built upon organic, biodynamic and socially engaged practices. The method’s principles seek to promote biodiversity and sustainable farming, working in harmony with the surrounding environment in order to guarantee future prosperity. In the vineyard, for example, horses, rather than machinery are used to work the vineyards to help prevent soil compaction. Other initiatives include green manuring,
