Asinara Island

Long, wild, and silent: Asinara is the quintessential Sardinian island, a national park where white donkeys graze undisturbed among abandoned salt pans and ancient prison walls. A place that chose nature after experiencing confinement, and today stands as a symbol of rediscovered freedom. The Isola dell'Asinara basket tells the story of this discreet and surprising richness.

The set comes in an elegant 35×26×7 cm Gold Pavoncelle rectangular basket, designed for a simple yet refined presentation, ideal even for smaller tables. Inside, ten pieces create a sweet journey through Sardinia's most renowned mountains and bakeries. The star is the 500 g artisanal panettone in a box from Forneria di Pula, a classic leavened cake with a soft, fragrant crumb. Surrounding the panettone are small treasures: 90 g bag of S'Isula chocolates, three 12 g chocolate-covered nougats from Torronificio Tore in Tonara—one hazelnut and honey, one walnut and honey, one almond and honey—capturing the meeting of Sardinian nougat and Belgian chocolate in a single bite.

Also included is the 25 g Orgosolo aranzada by Dulhes, a rare traditional treat made with orange zest, honey, and toasted almonds: a concentrated bite of sunshine. The 120 g bag of S'Isula myrtle candies adds a typically island balsamic touch. Closing the basket in style is a bottle of 75 cl Isola del Sole IGT red wine from the Argiolas Winery in Serdiana: a smooth, fruity, medium-bodied blend, perfect for pairing with panettone and holiday sweets. Making the gift even more special is the 40×65 cm Sardinian cloth with the Pavoncelle design, an ancient emblem of abundance that survives in the patterns of Sardinian looms and can become a lasting decoration in the kitchen or living room once the basket is opened.

Isola dell'Asinara is the perfect Christmas gift for those who want to give a complete present without overdoing it: ten items, balanced price, and a scenic presentation. Suitable for family dinners, gift exchanges between colleagues, or as a gift for the family doctor or a distant friend who misses Sardinia. A basket that, like the island it's named after, holds much more than you can imagine from afar.

The value of this set lies in the balance between variety and consistency: each product complements the others, building a small Sardinian gastronomic experience that goes from the first bite to dessert. An opportunity to share with loved ones not just a gift, but a story of bakeries, nougat makers, wineries, and expert hands still working with the slow rhythms of tradition.