Rocca Rubia Carignano del Sulcis DOC Riserva - Santadi - 2020

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Brand: Santadi
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150 cl

Alcohol content: 14.5% vol.

Grape varieties: 100% Carignano

Vinification:

The grapes are harvested by hand, destemmed and then pressed. The must ferments in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 25-28°C for 12-14 months. During this phase, the must is frequently re-infused and thus enriched with the noble tannins for which the bush-grown Carignano is so famous. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is transferred to small French oak barrels in first or second passage, where it matures for 10-12 months.

Tasting note:

On the nose, the wine reveals a multi-layered spectrum of aromas ranging from leather and blackberry to liquorice. On the palate, the wine is incredibly full-bodied and concentrated with a perfectly developed style. Even the finish is incredibly rich and harmonious, making this wine the perfect accompaniment to Mediterranean cuisine.

The Santadi Winery is a renowned Wine-growing co-operative in south-western Sardinia. It is regarded internationally as the gold standard for top-quality Mediterranean wines and is one of the most successful wineries in the whole of Italy.

Region: The winery is situated in the Sulcis region in the far south-west of Sardinia (Santadi).

Soils & Climate: The vines are situated not far from the sand dunes of Porto Pino, on sandy loam soils. The climate is hot and Mediterranean, with the Mistral wind providing a cooling, refreshing breeze.Special feature: Around 150 hectares of ungrafted vines, which have not been affected by phylloxera, are cultivated.

Co-operative: The winery is a cooperative comprising around 150–300 smallholders who cultivate some 500–550 hectares.

Key figures: Antonello Pilloni led the co-operative to the top from the 1970s onwards. The legendary oenologist Giacomo Tachis played a decisive role in shaping its style from the 1980s onwards.

Focus: The focus is on indigenous grape varieties, primarily Carignano, complemented by Cannonau, Vermentino and Nuragus.

Red wines: The wines (such as the flagship Terre Brune or Rocca Rubia) are intense, full-bodied, velvety and characterised by aromas of dark fruit and Mediterranean herbs.

White wines: These wines are fresh, aromatic and often have mineral and salty notes.