Argiolas

Costera

Costera Cannonau di Sardegna DOC bottle image
Costera Cannonau di Sardegna DOC bottle image

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Argiolas

Costera

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, lamb cooked with rosemary, filet mignon, and rustic cheeses.

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, lamb cooked with rosemary, filet mignon, and rustic cheeses.

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POINTS
“Lots of dried berries, rosemary and thyme. Full body, delicious fruit and a clean finish. Plenty of delicious grenache character.”
James Suckling
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POINTS
“Made predominately with native grape Cannonau, this red from Sardinia has black cherry, smoke and tobacco aromas that carry over to the palate along with white pepper notes. The generous fruit and refreshing acidity make this very food friendly.”
Wine Enthusiast
85
POINTS
“Balanced and easy-drinking, with flavors of ripe black currant and damson plum fruit, showing hints of mocha and black licorice.”
Wine Advocate
“Buoyant aromas of red fruits, juicy and smooth; a terrific buy in ‘Wednesday night red.’”
Chicago Tribune

Vineyard & Production Info

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

Winemaking & Aging

Maceration length:
2 days cool maceration prior to 3-4 week fermentation
Varietal composition:
90% Cannonau, 5% Bovale Sardo, and 5% Carignano
Fermentation container:
Stainless steel tanks
Length of alcoholic fermentation:
3-4 weeks days
Fermentation temperature:
73 °F
Maceration technique:
Cold Soak Maceration and 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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