Agricola PunicaMontessu 2022

Product code: 20463
£19.60 inc VAT
£117.60 / case of 6
Italy
Red Wine from
Sardinia, Italy
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Sardinia
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Isola dei Nuraghi IGT
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Agricola Punica
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz/Syrah, Carignan
Grape: 60% Carignan, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot, 10% Shiraz/Syrah
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Sardinia
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Isola dei Nuraghi IGT
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Agricola Punica
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz/Syrah, Carignan
Grape: 60% Carignan, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot, 10% Shiraz/Syrah

Product Notes

Agricola Punica Montessu, hailing from the picturesque terrain of Sardinia, Italy, presents an indulgent blend of indigenous Carignano with other international varietals. This Italian red wine showcases an intriguing, full-bodied profile with an expressive bouquet of ripe red fruits, spices, and a hint of herbaceousness. Its balanced nature sets the stage for a complex depth of flavours, echoed in the seamless blend of soft tannins and a refreshing acidity. The soulful richness of the Montessu finishes on a harmoniously long finish, making this wine a truly remarkable testament to the winemaking prowess of Agricola Punica.

Tasting Notes

Colour - intense ruby-red. Perfume - intense fruity aroma with a liquorice finish. Flavour - elegant wine that maintains a full volume in the mouth. The full flavour develops notes of minerality and smoothness with prevailing fruity sensations on elegant caper, rosemary and pepper aromas. Velvety finish.

About the Winery

Agricola Punica

Distinctive for its stunning beauty and superior wine quality, Agricola Punica is a notable winery located on the dazzling island of Sardinia, Italy. A collaboration between Sebastiano Rosa, Sardinian winemaker Cantina di Santadi, Tenuta San Guido and Giacomo Tachis, the winery was established in 2002. Since its inception, Agricola Punica has been lauded for its commitment to creating wines that mirror the rich terroir of Sardinia while utilising advanced viticultural practices.

The winery is set amidst a picturesque backdrop of sprawling vineyards and old-world charm, truly capturing the quintessential essence of the Mediterranean, Agricola Punica garnering worldwide attention as a hotspot for wine tourism. The vineyard is famed for its dazzling red wines, Barre, Montessu and Barrua, produced painstakingly with attention to detail and an admirable commitment to quality.

Underpinned by expertise and innovation, Agricola Punica is defined by its meticulous craftsmanship and emphasis on tradition. The winemaking process comprises of a careful selection of grape varieties, including Carignano, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Each grape variety contributes significantly to creating wines with finesse and distinctive characteristics that are characteristic of Sardinia: rich soils, generous sunlight and intensive human care.

The winery encompasses approximately 235 hectares of verdant vineyards, boasting a diverse terrain and a variety of microclimates. Coupled with sustainable farming practices and meticulous attention to the natural rhythms of the earth. Agricola Punica is a beacon of environment-friendly vine growing, they continually look to produce wines that push the boundaries of flavour, texture and aroma.

Sardinia, awash with enchanting landscapes and a rich history, makes it the perfect home for Agricola Punica. There's an undeniably inviting and cosy feel to this winery, an intrinsic charm that is echoed in every bottle of wine it produces. Agricola Punica wines are a celebration of tradition, of meticulous craftsmanship, set against the mesmerising canvas of Sardinia. They invite you to taste their harmony of history and innovation in every sip.

http://www.agripunica.it

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