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Cannonau di Sardegna DOC Riserva

    • Description :

      The grapes are hand harvested early in the morning and after pressing, rest on the skins at controlled temperatures for ten days. Malolactic fermentation takes place with refinement for ten months in 3000-litre French oak barrels, followed by three more months in stainless steel vats and an additional three months in bottle.

      Grape varieties :

      Cannonau

      Altitude :

      150-180m ASL

      Vineyard age :

      35 years old

      Grape yield :

      60 ql/hc

      Exposure :

      Northeast/Southeast

      Soil :

      Limestone and clay

      Alcohol :

      13.5%

      Tasting notes :

      Ruby red, very dark, with intense notes of red berries, blackberry and red cherry together with fine spicy notes. Elegant with smooth tannins, full-bodied and a long finish. Delicious with grilled or braised meats, spicy food, and seasoned cheeses.

Press Notes

  • The Wine Advocate
    • 2015
      91+ points
    • 2012, 2011
      90 points
  • Wine Spectator
    • 2012
      91 points
  • James Suckling
    • 2020, 2015, 2014
      92 points
    • 2017
      93 points
  • AG Vinous
    • 2017
      93 points
    • 2016, 2014
      92 points
    • 2013
      91 points
  • Wine Enthusiast
    • 2013
      92 points
  • Gambero Rosso
    • 2012, 2011
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