Nuraghi Island Igt Sample 2015 - Capichera

Description

The Assajè of Cantina Capichera comes from the pure use of a large red grape variety typical of Sardinia, the Carignano , this variety is grown in vineyards located in Sulcis and in Gallura .

The word Assajè in Gallurese means " it is already something ", a name that outlines a strongly territorial wine, which brings the beauty of Sardinian Gallura back to life through a representative and iconic profile.

An important and structured Sardinian wine , the bouquet can be perceived ethereal and vinous notes, where red fruit and spices alternate with a range of well-orchestrated aromas. The taste is round and balanced with a warm sip, characterized by a savory vein and moderate tannins.

Why you should drink it

Because this is THE product of decisive and convinced choices , which are based on an agronomic management attentive to the smallest details and on equally obsessive winemaking processes.

In these bottles Capichera wanted to enclose all the strength of Gallura, a wine to try at all costs !

When to uncork it

The Assaje di Capichera is to be combined with land cuisine and above all with red meat -based main courses, if you want to make a splash, try it with a nice grilled beef rib .

How to drink it

To enjoy it at its best, I suggest you let the wine "breathe" at least 15-30 minutes before serving it. Remember to serve it at 18°-20°C .

Vinification and Aging

Fermentation and maceration in steel tanks for about 3 weeks, aging in barrique for 12 months .

Territory

The vineyards in which this Assaje Carignano di Capichera is produced are vineyards exposed to East-South/East between 20 and 100m. asl.

Soil

The soil is typical of Gallura which is sandy and rocky , originating from granite decay, very draining and rich in mineral substances .