Sardinia is a land that enchants with its landscapes, its sea and its flavours. But it is also a region increasingly loved for its wine. If you are looking for wineries to visit in Sardinia that combine outstanding tastings, striking architecture and an extraordinary natural setting, Cantina Mesa is an essential stop.
Nestled in Sant’Anna Arresi, in the heart of Sulcis Iglesiente, Mesa is far more than a winery: it is an immersive sensory experience, leading you through sea-view vineyards, Mediterranean scrub and award-winning wines that tell the island’s authentic soul.
Architecture, nature and hospitality: the Mesa experience
Stepping into Mesa is like crossing the threshold of a place suspended between modernity and ancient roots. With its white lines and essential volumes, the winery enters into dialogue with the surrounding landscape, rising from the green of the Mediterranean scrub and the ordered rows of vines.
The visit unfolds through spacious, light-filled interiors opening onto the Sulcis landscape. Here you can observe the winemaking process and take part in a guided tasting led by our expert team: not a standard narrative, but a dialogue shaped by the curiosity of each guest. A journey through flavours, aromas and visions of Sardinia.
Tours, tastings and moments of relaxation with a sea view
During your visit, you will be able to taste some of the winery’s most representative labels:
- GIUNCO – Vermentino di Sardegna DOC
Fresh, saline and citrus-driven, it recalls the lightness of the wind brushing the vineyards of Sulcis. - OPALE – Vermentino di Sardegna DOC
Elegant and structured, with intense aromas of ripe fruit, spice and Mediterranean scrub. A Vermentino rich in light and complexity. - BUIO – Carignano del Sulcis DOC
Vibrant and Mediterranean, with a fruity, balsamic profile. - BUIO BUIO – Carignano del Sulcis DOC Riserva
Deep and satisfying, with a long finish of wild berries and aromatic herbs. A red with a silky texture and a decisive character.
Outside, a large shaded terrace overlooking the vineyards offers moments of pure relaxation, with your gaze drifting across hills and vines all the way to the line of the sea.
What to see around Cantina Mesa
One of Mesa’s greatest riches is the land that surrounds it. Visiting the winery also means exploring its surroundings, home to some of the most spectacular and authentic places in southern Sardinia.
Porto Pino and the white dunes
Just minutes from the winery lies the beach of Porto Pino, famed for its fine white sand, turquoise waters and the spectacular dunes of Is Arenas Biancas. A perfect paradise for swimming, unwinding or snorkelling between sea and lagoons.
Porto Botte and the flamingo lagoon
Between the winery and the sea opens the lagoon of Porto Botte, also reflected in the vineyard of our Syrah. Here you can admire pink flamingos, herons and enjoy walks immersed in the untamed nature of Sulcis.
Sant’Antioco Island: between history and an untamed sea
Around 30 minutes away, Sant’Antioco Island offers a unique blend of unspoilt beaches (Maladroxia, Coaquaddus), Phoenician and Roman archaeological remains, and delightful seafront restaurants. A perfect extension of your journey through wine, history and beauty.
Mesa: a complete experience of wine, landscape and culture
In a single place, you will find outstanding wine, authentic hospitality, striking architecture and a dreamlike natural setting. Cantina Mesa is one of the most beautiful wineries to visit in Sardinia, but also a privileged gateway to discovering the wonders of Sulcis.
If you are planning a trip to Sardinia, including Mesa in your itinerary means embracing an experience that unites taste, beauty and emotion—one to remember, and to tell.