Harvest Date: Hand-harvested at the end of September
Aging: Aged in 750 and 225 liters oak barrels for at least 12 months.
Tasting Notes: An elegant yet austere wine, like the land it comes from. Deep ruby red color with powerful aromas of mature red fruit and spices. Full-bodied and concentrated, this Carignano is made from ancient vines with very low yield which shows in the level of complexity of this wine. Undoubtedly well suited for long term aging.
Vineyard Notes: Vineyard location: Giba, Masainas, Sant’Anna Arresi, Porto Pino, Calasetta. Soil type: sand and clay loam. Exposition: South – South West. Altitude: 0-50 meters above sea level. Average age of the vineyard: 40-110 years. Training system: typical Sardinian bush. Density: 5.000/7.000 plants per hectare. Yield: 1,500 – 4,000 Kg per hectare.
Production Notes: 14,000 bottles produced. Spontaneous / natural alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Aged in 750 and 225 liters oak barrels for at least 12 months.
Winemaker Notes: Carignano is an ancient grape that has been native to this area for over 2,000 years. It is found in other areas of Italy and in France, but is a somewhat unsung hero- producing fantastic varietal wines for those who can tame the vigorous vine. Late budding and ripening, high yielding, and susceptible to powdery mildew and grapevine moths, Carignano seems tricky and unwieldy yet the vine flourishes in Sulcis’ particular climate. “We believe in Carignano!” he exclaims, “Unadulterated, and in its full varietal expression.”
Food Pairing: Pairs well with red meat, roasts, sausages, cured meats, seasoned cheeses and blue cheeses.
Other Notes: Vintage 2009-2010-2011-2012-2015: Tre Bicchieri Gambero Rosso / Vintage 2011: 94 pts Doctor Wine / Vintage 2012: 95 pts Doctor Wine / Vintage 2015: 96 points Doctor Wine.
