Sardinia

A successful Rosato is the aromatic Tre Torri with a spicy-intense taste and the pleasantly fresh aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lifting up with a refined yet enticing display of dried flowers, exotic spice and hints of raw honey, the 2020 makes itself known. There are unexpected depths of texture here, guided by vibrant acidity that gives way to mulled apple and hints of almond. This finishes rich yet still energetic, a delicate floral sweetness lingering impossibly long. The Tre Torri is Carignano Rosato at its finest." Vinous

A nuanced bouquet of yellow fruits, which constantly exudes new facets and aromas in the glass. On the palate, a great structure with a crisp bite and lots of fresh berry fruit. Long, soft and very pleasant finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Delicate straw yellow. In the nose a discreet citrus note, a hint of nutmeg, white pepper and white flowers. Delicately melting on the palate, with a creamy touch, slightly salty mid-palate, minimal bitterness in the fruit on the final." Falstaff

"White peaches, white pears, a touch of jasmine. Light fruit, light florals, and a wine that is the perfect white canvas to bright, sea-salt-sunshine-sculpted foods." Jancis Robinson

"The 2020 Nuragus di Cagliari Pedraia lifts up to show dusty florals, lime zest and crushed raw almonds. It's soft and round in texture as well as pleasantly sweet, offering notes of ripe nectarine, kiwi and a zing of gingery spice. Tropical fruits resonate throughout the finale as residual acids slowly fizzle out. This is simply a pleasure to taste." Vinous

The Grotta Rossa clearly embodies its terroir. The clean, powerful bouquet is reminiscent of ripe berries and cherries. On the palate, the tannin melds excellently with the acidity before the soft finish sets in. SUPERIORE.DE

"Confected strawberry nose. Spicy, concentrated fruit. Dry tannins, with a satin texture and elegant finish." Decanter

"A pretty display of roses, violets and wild blueberries rises from the 2019 Carignano del Sulcis Grotta Rossa. It's soft and lifted in feel, with juicy acids enlivening its pure display of ripe wild berry fruit. Savory herbs and salty minerals linger as the mouth waters through the long yet refreshing finale." Vinous

Intense aroma of ripe, fleshy red fruits, elderberries and roasted coffee. Warm, enveloping and full-bodied, unfolds with a lot of fruit melting and soft tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very light nose. pepcranberry fruit slashed with sorrel-leaf greens. Cheeky bitterness. Nippy builder's-brew astringency on wiry little tannins. This is fun! I could just imagine this, very slightly chilled, with a bowl of fregola con arselle, or, if you're far from Sardinian shores, a chilli and tomato pasta with loads of fresh olive oil and fresh basil leaves. Surprisingly thirst-quenching." Jancis Robinson

Fragrant blue flowers, Mediterranean herbs, cherry and wild berry aromas flow from the glass. On the lively palate juicy black cherry, blackberry and a ground pepper note accompanied by supple tannins. Very accessible, balanced and harmonious. SUPERIORE.DE

The tonaghe made from grapes from vineyards in Ogliastra, Oliena and from the Sinis peninsula is of medium ruby. Intense toasted and plum notes on the nose, also roasted on the palate, blackberry fruit, full and warm. SUPERIORE.DE

"A bright and citrusy red, this shows bright redcurrants and rhubarb on the fruity nose. Light to medium body, fine tannins and a bright finish." James Suckling

Compared to Branu, Limizzani is a little lighter and more summery, but also shows the classic Gallura character from the north-east of Sardinia. Straw yellow with light greenish reflections, fresh and balanced on the nose with a fine herbal note. Finely spicy and yellow-fruity on the palate, with good polish and a nice acid wire, interesting final with traces of grapefruit and bitter almond. SUPERIORE.DE

"Spicy, fresh and floral, the 2020 Vermentino di Gallura Limizzani lifts up effortlessly from the glass. This perfumed effort displays sour melon, ginger and honeysuckle. It's silky and pliant, with a noticeable inner sweetness contrasted by salty minerals and tart orchard fruits. The cheeks pucker with residual tension as this tapers off fresh to a hint of tropical citrus." Vinous

Bright ruby red sarde with a seductive bouquet of red fruits, sweet spices and violets. Juicy, fresh and delicately spicy on the palate, a slightly salty mineral note underpins the lightness and elegance. The medium-long finish is very harmonious and well balanced. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Cannonau di Sardegna Naracu is incredibly pretty and perfumed, aromas of crushed stone giving way to violet pastille, blueberries and a dusting of confectioner's spice. It's silky and round, leading off with depths of ripe blackberry fruit, yet gaining in tension as a coating of minerals and fine tannin collects toward the close. This tapers off youthfully structured with echoes of licorice and lavender lingering long. The Naracu is so pretty and an excellent value as well." Vinous

The Carignano and Sangiovese grapes for the Araja come from red, sandy soils from the coastal region. Ruby red with a lush aroma of fruit, light spicy notes and chocolate. The taste is extremely soft and dense with very fine and elegant tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very ripe, bright plums, smoke and cocoa nose. Gorgeous on the mid palate, ripe and herby and succulent. Sappy, grippy tannins that rub the fruit up just the right way." Jancis Robinson

Cala Silente is a pearl among Santadi's white wines. This pure Vermentino with the complex bouquet of fresh butter, citrus fruits and white flowers has an enormously rich extract in the taste and increases in harmony and grace. SUPERIORE.DE

Fine fragrance of melon and flowers. Deep, creamy texture on the palate, generous and fresh. A delicious white wine from Argiolas made predominantly of Nasco with a small part of Vermentino. SUPERIORE.DE

Karmis, an animating Vernaccia-based white, comes from the lower Tirso Valley in the area between Cabras and Baratili - where there is a typical Mediterranean climate with mild winters, little rain and very hot, breezy summers. And so its colour is brilliant and deep yellow, the bouquet delicate but persistent of fresh fruit. Soft, full and with good aroma correspondence on the palate. An excellent aperitif and companion to light dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

Aromatic purity and the clear territorial character distinguish Elibaria. The granite soils give the Vermentino di Gallura that certain something. Compact, yet elegant, with a multitude of tropical fruit aromas and fine minerality. An exceptional white wine! SUPERIORE.DE

Single-varietal Vermentino: Fruity aromas reminiscent of exotic yellow fruit and nutty aromas of fresh almonds, with a typical varietal flavour and a fine, vibrant acid wire. A drop of the highest quality and the Vermentino flagship of the traditional winery. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, rich yellow-green. Medium expression on the nose, yellow fruit, sea salt. Taut and juicy on the palate, taut with clear, compact fruit, salty, with gentle pressure." Falstaff

"You'll find aromas of ripe yellow peach, citrus and honeydew in this delicious, full-bodied white. On the rounded, savory palate, tangy acidity lifts lime, Mediterranean herbs and lemon drop candy before an energized saline finish." Wine Enthusiast

Maluentu is the successor of the extremely popular Nieddera Rosso. High-class red with a fine blackberry and sour cherry fragrance, the taste is soft-spicy and long. Maluentu is a very typical balsamic sarde with a beautiful drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

Beautiful, energetic Sardinian cuvée of Vermentino and Chardonnay with great freshness and dynamism. Floral nuances, apple, pineapple, pear and light mint aroma spoil the senses. SUPERIORE.DE

This red is a Sardinian jewel every year: exquisite, expressive bouquet of mint, flowers, raisins and cinnamon. Opulent fruit on the palate, long and pure on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Dark ruby red. Dense bouquet of blackcurrant aromas, cocoa and a floral note of mild herbs. Full-bodied and fruity on the palate. The well-balanced components make the wine seem like velvet and silk. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, elegant ruby red. On the nose of ripe strawberry, lush raspberry, a hint of green spice and pepper, reverberating with rose petal. Juicy and present on the palate with tight, juicy tannin, spans a fine arc, long and elegant, with a salty finish." Falstaff

"Abundantly aromatic, this fresh red leads with lots of fresh-chopped rosemary and marjoram notes, as well as a more subtle thread of smoky mineral that underscores the flavors of wild cherry, red currant and Mandarin orange peel. Light, taut tannins define the snappy finish." Wine Spectator

Stoh yellow with green reflections and with visible fine perlage from 30 days of yeast storage. Fine citrus notes with further nuances of yellow fruit such as pear or mild apple, slightly nutty in the background. Fresh, invigorating bubbler with the necessary depth and noticeable body that does credit to its famous producer. SUPERIORE.DE

Concentrated cuvée of Carignano, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Dark fruits on the nose, full and rich on the palate with nice spice, rounded tannin and good length. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2018 Montessu Isola dei Nuraghi mixes crushed violets with hints of blackberry and spice to form an alluring bouquet. This is a feminine and understated effort, showcasing floral-laced woodland berries, minerals and juicy acids. It tapers off clean and poised with lingering notes of sweet plum and licorice. While this vintage doesn't show the power that I usually associate with this wine, it is a well-balanced expression that will excel at the dinner table." Vinous

"A harmonious red, medium- to full-bodied and playing savory herbed olive and salty mineral notes off a pure note of dried raspberry. Fine-grained tannins provide chewy definition, firming the spiced finish." Wine Spectator

Pronounced aroma of berries and spices. Dense on the palate with a fascinating balance between tannin and full-bodiedness. A complex red with a long, smooth finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling ruby with light dark garnet. Clear and open nose, full of blueberries, spicy macchia notes, some earthy tones in the background. Rich attack and course, opens with pithy, firm tannin, lots of zwetscke, firm pressure on the final." Falstaff

"The 2018 Carignano del Sulcis Rocca Rubia impresses more for purity than power, presenting a display of sweet florals, crushed stone, bright cherry and hints of flowery undergrowth. It's silky in texture, lifted by vibrant acidity, with tart wild berry fruits and saline-minerals giving way to violet tones toward the close. A subtle coating of tannin lingers, framing the experience nicely, as this tapers off with a bitter twang and hints of licorice. The Rocca Rubia is very pretty and lightly structured, showing the difficulties of the vintage while maintaining admirable balance." Vinous

Elegant, highly complex Vermentino di Gallura Superiore with an intensely floral, fruity bouquet of beautifully articulated tropical fruit aromas. Wide and expansive on the palate, lots of fruit, fine, fresh acidity and a long, mineral finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow. Fragrantly expressive of tropical fruits, melon, banana and slightly floral undertones, also citrus. Very taut and balanced on the palate, tightens up nicely, juicy and salty, with a long, elegant finish, great complexity, with persistence." Falstaff