2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Residual Sugar 0.42 g/L
pH 3.79
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Carignano
Region Isola dei Nuraghi
Soil Sand; the accompanying vineyard narrative additionally describes a combination of sand and clay.
Orientation Southeastern
Harvest Dates September
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel tanks
Maceration 15 days
Bottle Aging 1.3 months (40 days)
Sulfites 111.0 ppm
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details The Sulcis vineyard is described as low-trained and planted in 2001, with a reported yield of 6.5 tons per acre. Alcoholic fermentation took place in stainless steel at 80°F for 15 days with pumpovers. The sheet separately lists 15 days of maceration and 15–18 days on skins. Before bottling, the wine aged for six months in 30,000-L cement vats. Its analytical panel also reports acidity of 5 g/L without specifying the analytical basis, and dry extract of 32.5 g/L.
Tasting Notes Ruby red; intense aromas of Mediterranean scrub and fresh red fruit; fresh, savory and balanced palate with fine, balanced tannins.
Food Pairing Meat-sauce first courses such as lasagna or ravioli, poultry, roast meats and medium-aged cheeses.
Producer Information
Website
Address
Via Roma, 28/30, Serdiana (CA), 09040, Sardinia, Italy
Phone
+39 070 740606
Email
Owner
Valentina Argiolas, Francesca Argiolas, Antonio Argiolas (grandchildren of founder)