THE WINE
The Sarrau Isola dei Nuraghi 2017 of the Surrau winery is a bland of Cannonau, Carignano and Muristellu grapes grown in the vineyards owned by the winery.
THE WINEMAKING
The harvest is strictly manual and only the selected grapes are brought to the cellar for winemaking The grapes ferment in contact with the skins for about a week at a controlled temperature of 25 ° C with frequent pumping over and punching down. The wine then ages in steel tanks and after assembly and bottling, it rests for a few more months in the cellar.
THE TASTING
Intense ruby red with violet reflections. The aroma is intense and persistent, with pleasant hints of ripe fruit. Warm and well balanced on the palate; this wine has a good structure and also an excellent persistence.
FOOD PAIRINGS
It goes well with red meat and hard cheeses; must try with pasta dishes with important sauces.
THE AWARDS
2015
– James Suckling 93/100
2013
– James Suckling 90/100