Passo Sardo - Cannonau di Sardegna 2019

Passo Sardo - Cannonau di Sardegna 2019

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Description

"A soft and intensely ripe wine that formalises itself in this ruby red delight. Red plums, raspberry jam and licorice are amongst its many juicy charms."

--------THE PRODUCER--------

Passo Sardo

A new winery on the scene of Sardegna which aims to celebrate the beauty of the two historical grapes that the island is famous for: Cannonau and Vermentino.

 

--------THE GRAPE--------

Cannonau aka Grenache/Garnacha

Grenache is the French name, and Garnacha the Spanish, of this great red grape varietal. There are often heated discussions as to which country has the historical right to it but politics aside it is a widely popular and successful grape in the hottest of regions. Perhaps it is best known for being the lead grape in the blend of the wines of Chateauneuf-du-Pape.

 

--------THE REGION--------

Sardinia

Sardinia is the large island off the western coast of Italy. There are predominately two grapes producing wines here. The first is Vermentino - the racy and refreshing white wine that is akin to top-quality Sauvignon Blancs. The other is a red made from Cannanou - Cannanou is the Sardinian name for Grenache, and produces spicy red wines.