Argiolas

Costera

Grenache & Grenache-based Spanish Blends
Costera Cannonau di Sardegna DOC bottle image
Costera Cannonau di Sardegna DOC bottle image

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Argiolas

Costera

Grenache & Grenache-based Spanish Blends

Made from Cannonau, Carignano, and Bovale Sardo grapes grown in the loose, calcareous soils of the Costera vineyard, this wine embodies the true idea of Sardinian terroir. It is effusive yet deep with a long finish and incredible drinkability. Its maturation period is balanced between barriques and cement vats in order to preserve the fresh, fruit-forward aromas while adding subtle complexity.

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Tasting Notes

Ruby-red in color, aromas of ripe black cherries and tree fruits complement undertones of pepper and licorice. On the palate, a full body and velvety tannins make for excellent texture and ageworthiness. 

Food Pairing

Pair this wine with roasted beef, diablo sauces, grilled filet mignon, and chorizo paella.

Made from Cannonau, Carignano, and Bovale Sardo grapes grown in the loose, calcareous soils of the Costera vineyard, this wine embodies the true idea of Sardinian terroir. It is effusive yet deep with a long finish and incredible drinkability. Its maturation period is balanced between barriques and cement vats in order to preserve the fresh, fruit-forward aromas while adding subtle complexity.

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Tasting Notes

Ruby-red in color, aromas of ripe black cherries and tree fruits complement undertones of pepper and licorice. On the palate, a full body and velvety tannins make for excellent texture and ageworthiness. 

Food Pairing

Pair this wine with roasted beef, diablo sauces, grilled filet mignon, and chorizo paella.

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POINTS
“Another striking, entry-level wine, the 2010 Isola dei Nuraghi Costera caresses the palate with juicy dark cherries, plums, tobacco, spices and licorice. Elements of sweetness, inner perfume and pure silkiness distinguish the Costera from the vast majority of its peers. A hint of sweet flowers and mint lingers on the finish.”
Vinous
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“Another striking, entry-level wine, the 2010 Isola dei Nuraghi Costera caresses the palate with juicy dark cherries, plums, tobacco, spices and licorice. Elements of sweetness, inner perfume and pure silkiness distinguish the Costera from the vast majority of its peers. A hint of sweet flowers and mint lingers on the finish.”
Wine Advocate
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“Aromatic, with garrigue, spice box and smoke notes accenting the racy plum and wild berry fruit, remaining fresh through the solid finish.”
Wine Spectator
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“Garrigue, spice box and smoke accent the racy plum and wild berry fruit.” (Top Value)
Wine Spectator
“Eye: Clear, medium dark red color with bluish edge. Nose: Ripe and full on the nose, deep red fruit with some spicy herbal notes. Mouth: Luscious and ripe, full bodied. No real vanilla notes, but obvious use of oak.
foodwineclick
RECOMMENDED: "A touch more pepperiness and aromatic intensity than the Sella & Mosca bottling make this Sardinian Grenache (Cannonau) a fantastic partner for grilled sausages or anything with a lot of spice."
CNN
RECOMMENDED: “Cannonau grapes make up 90% of this ruby-red blend, with equal parts Carignano and Bovale Sardo filling it out. Dusty sage aromas lead to cherry and berry flavors spiked with black pepper. Smooth, velvety tannins result from 10 months in used barrique and five months in cement vats before bottling.”
La Cucina Italiana

Vineyard & Production Info

Production area/appellation:
Cannonau di Sardegna DOC
Vineyard name:
The Costera vineyard
Soil composition:
Pebbly, Calcareous Clay-Loam
Training method:
Gobelet
Elevation:
725 feet
Vines/acre:
2,200
Yield/acre:
2.0-2.4 tons
Exposure:
Southeastern
Year vineyard planted:
1975-1980
Harvest time:
September-October
First vintage of this wine:
1990
Bottles produced of this wine:
400,000

Winemaking & Aging

Maceration length:
10-12
Varietal composition:
90% Cannonau, 5% Bovale Sardo, and 5% Carignano
Fermentation container:
Stainless steel tanks
Length of alcoholic fermentation:
10-12 days
Fermentation temperature:
82-86 °F
Maceration technique:
Racking
Malolactic fermentation:
Yes
Type of aging container:
Barriques and Cement vats
Size of aging container:
225 L (Barriques)
Type of oak:
French
Length of aging before bottling:
8-10 months (Barriques) and 5 months (Cement vats)
Age of Aging Container:
Two years (Barriques)
Length of bottle aging:
1 month

Analytical Data

pH level:
3.8
Acidity:
5 g/L
Alcohol:
14 %
Dry extract:
34 g/L
Residual sugar:
1.2 g/L
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