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Arruga Carignano del Sulcis Superiore DOC

by Sardus Pater · Sardinia, Italy

AppellationCarignano del SulcisDOC
TypeRed
GrapesCarignano
Alcohol15.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Sardus PaterSardinia, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The vines are 80 years old on average. The vineyard is reached by the road that inspired the wine’s name.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested in late September and vinified in stainless-steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation takes place in barriques.

Ageing

The wine matures in French oak barrels for 12 months, followed by 12 months in bottle.

Tasting profile

Elegant.

Label / history

“Arruga” means “road” in Sardinian dialect, referring to the road leading to the vineyard.