Wines from Sardinia

Straw 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

This masterful Vernaccia matures for 4 years in small Caratello barrels, whose natural shrinkage is never topped up so that the yeast flora, which is very characteristic of this Vernaccia, forms on the surface and not only produces the characteristic flavours, but also gives it its name.

Bright ochre yellow with golden reflections. Rich, multi-layered bouquet of apricot and orange zest, rounded off with a delicate almond flavour and warm honey notes. A wonderful texture and freshness on the palate, the primary yellow-fruity flavours are present, complemented by a fine salty vein with a mineral note on the finish. An absolute delight chilled as an aperitif or at approx. 16°C with dessert! SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Vernaccia di Oristano Flor bursts from the glass, a deep golden-yellow color. A rich bouquet blends dried apricots and peaches with hazelnut, almond custard and a savory whiff of crushed oysters. It is nearly glycerol in feel with cooling acidity to balance and waves of ripe pit fruits, complemented by sweet spices and hints of ground ginger. This tapers off long and staining, letting a touch of heat poke through, yet not distracting. A salty sensation lingers, and the mouth is left watering for more." Vinous

"Copper-orange in colour with pronounced floral aromas of dried lemons, olives, brine, walnuts and sourdough. Oily and full-bodied, but with a dry, salty freshness." James Suckling

"An unprecedented and unforgettable Vernaccia, with a production process of great refinement, one of the highlights of island wine. Complex notes of apricot, toasted walnut, orange blossom and orange peel on the nose, with an appealing crispness on the palate." Luca Gardini

Sparkling garnet red colour. Pronounced aroma of berries and spices. Dense and full flavour with a fascinating balance between fruit and tannin. A complex red with a gentle but persistent finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A rich, fresh red, with a fragrant entry of tar, singed sage and loamy earth hints, this transitions to underscore plum pudding and dried raspberry flavors. Shows a supple frame, thanks to fine, chalky tannins, and the aromatic profile lingers on the sculpted finish." Wine Spectator

"This is a flavoursome and smooth red wine with an array of sour cherry, mushroom, nutmeg and white pepper on the nose. Medium to full-bodied with well-integrated tannins and a flavoursome, spicy finish." James Suckling

"The Carignano Riserva di Santadi is very original and unpredictable and a wine that should be drunk at least once in a lifetime. A multi-faceted bouquet, notes of pomegranate, with nuances of wild myrtle, paprika and dandelion. Crisp and taut on the palate, with excellent density and a fruity finish." Luca Gardini

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

The barrique-aged Is Solinas, which was vinified for the first time as a Riserva from 100% Carignano in the 2014 vintage, is remarkable. Deep red in colour, an independent, delicately spicy bouquet, hints of red fruit and balsamic notes. The palate reveals an astonishing fullness of extract, dense, soft, harmonious, complex and long-lasting. SUPERIORE.DE

"Vibrant and silky, this juicy red reveals a beam of raspberry coulis flavors. Finely balanced, with good weight and focus on the palate, but still light on its feet. Offers an underpinning of fresh loamy earth and details of dried lavender, milk chocolate and ground anise and pepper, which add complexity and linger on the finish." Wine Spectator

"Slate and dried berries with undertones of walnut, bark and mushrooms. Full-bodied and multi-layered with plenty of fruit and intensity. Juicy tannins and chewy texture, but it's polished and very pretty. Better in a year or two, but already excellent now." James Suckling

Senes, a Riserva made predominantly from Cannonau, has an intense bouquet of aromas of wild berries, Mediterranean herbs and tobacco. Full-bodied and "umami" on the palate with profound fruit, rounded tannins, balanced structure and beguiling length. Very straightforward, fresh and sincere in its style. SUPERIORE.DE

"A firm and fine tannined red with berries, walnuts, earth, bark and dried shiitake mushrooms. It’s medium-bodied with subtle yet decadent fruit. Some kelp and pine undertones in the finish." James Suckling

Ripe lemons are used to make this fine, fragrant liqueur with an aromatic, lively and strong flavour. It brings to life the Sardinian region from which it comes. We recommend drinking the liqueur chilled or enjoying a shot with ice-cold Prosecco. SUPERIORE.DE

Typical Sardinian liqueur made from the fruit of myrtle (sacred plant of Venus, symbol of love and beauty). Mirto is a strong yet velvety liqueur, which develops its aromatic essence best when chilled. SUPERIORE.DE

The Villa di Chiesa from Vermentino and Chardonnay is very distinctive. It is aged for about eight months in barriques. Smelling of ripe fruit and a delicate vanilla note, the taste is characterised by power and elegance, velvety, spicy and long-lasting. SUPERIORE.DE

The magnificent and powerful Pentima Riserva (formerly Sincaru Riserva) exudes the aroma of ripe blackberry, juicy plum and dark cherry, with a hint of truffle flavour and a fine herbal note. Lush and full-bodied on the palate with silky tannins and a long, deep final. SUPERIORE.DE

Deep dark ruby red. Amarena cherry, basil and blueberry on the nose. Fine tannin and a fruity, deep body with an interesting richness of facets. A powerful wine that is compact and punchy, but never flexes its muscles. SUPERIORE.DE

Korem is a wine that perfectly interprets the Argiolas family philosophy: Innovation with deep respect for Sardinian tradition. A wine born from the desire to enhance and perfect the Bovale vine. Bovale is a low-yielding grape variety, as it requires well-aerated soils with excellent exposure. It is refined in Korem by the addition of Carignano and Cannonau, two other traditional Sardinian grape varieties.

Korem shines in deep ruby red from the glass. Intense aromas of black cherry, sandalwood and lavender on the nose. Velvety, full-bodied, warm and round in the mouth. A refined top wine that impressively reflects the great potential of the family winery. SUPERIORE.DE

"I love the aromas of blackberries, graphite and walnut with cedar. Full-bodied with ultra-fine tannins that run the length of the wine, showing class and sophistication. Creamy and finely textured. Needs three to four years to soften." James Suckling

A great, beautiful and evolving wine, expansive and enveloping on the nose, with plant and vanilla notes on the palate, long and with a fine texture. A wine that is in no way inferior to the great international vintages, yet retains its Sardinian originality. SUPERIORE.DE

"An elegant, medium to full-bodied red wine with a dark blend of blackcurrant and black plum flavours that are fresh and concentrated. With subtle details of star anise, espresso, iron, violets and smoke snaking through the fruit like a fragrant rope, with plastic tannins firming up the finish." Wine Spectator

"Structured and concentrated with dark berries, dark cherries, dried herbs, bark and some cloves. Medium to full body with fine, firm tannins. Serious, multi-layered and a bitter chocolate funnelled finish with excellent length. Best after 2024." James Suckling

"Intense is the word, as the 2019 Barrua unfolds with a smoky burst of ashen stones and exotic spices that blow off to reveal depths of plum sauce and sage complemented by talc. Silky and polished, this excels with its cooling acidity and savory mineral tones that embellish its core of rich wild berries. Sweet tannins frame the finale, as the 2019 finishes long and spicy with potent balsamic-tinged black fruits and tangerine hints." Vinous

Angialis is a fine –late harvest wine that begins its seduction with a bouquet of apricots, honey and candied fruits, followed by a refined, unobtrusively sweet taste. SUPERIORE.DE

A great, beautiful and evolving wine, expansive and enveloping on the nose, with plant and vanilla notes on the palate, long and with a fine texture. A wine that is in no way inferior to the great international vintages, yet retains its Sardinian originality. SUPERIORE.DE

The cherry-fruity Nieddera interpretation by Paolo Contini shows itself in a strong ruby red and with the typical aroma of ripe plum and black cherry. Barrile is a splendid wine in Riserva quality and of great richness, soft and warm, yet fresh, structured with a sweet wood spice and an impressive final. SUPERIORE.DE

"A rich and dense red with aromas of walnuts, olives, coffee and mushrooms. Full-bodied, toasty and flavorful, with firm yet integrated tannins. Meaty and intense." James Suckling

Delightful, full-fruited dessert wine on the occasion of the 100th birthday of the founder Antonio Argiolas. Radiant ruby red, intense, berry bouquet, notes of honey, cardamom and cinnamon. Full on the palate, lots of ripe, sweet fruit, after figs, then again rich spicy notes, very long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Seductive cuvée of Carignano, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Dark berries on the nose, full and rich on the palate with beautiful spice, rounded tannins and good length. SUPERIORE.DE

"The nose of this wine is earthy and reminiscent of cured meat, potting soil, tree bark and tobacco leaves, with a hint of fresh cranberries. On the palate, fruity notes of cherries, blackberries and cranberries emerge alongside the earthy game flavour. The angular tannins keep everything in its place." Wine Enthusiast

"A medium to full-bodied red wine, with hints of sweet smoke and fig cake underlining the flavours of blackberry coulis and black plum reduction, dried thyme and tea leaf, singed orange peel and ground aniseed. Balanced and slightly juicy, with fine tannins that firm up the finish." Wine Spectator

"Aromatic nose of cherries, redcurrants, some plums, dried thyme and undergrowth. Medium body with fine tannins. Velvety and multi-layered with a flattering texture. Well balanced with a concentrated finish and excellent length." James Suckling

"The 2020 Montessu is a total pleasure. Sweet violets, lavender and cloves accentuate a burst of black raspberries on the nose. This is silky and suave, with masses of ripe red and black fruits that flow across a core of brisk acidity. The 2020 maintains fabulous balance while finishing long and potent yet fresh with a hint of steeped plums that don't quit. What a beauty." Vinous

Terre Brune is a Carignano, with a small proportion of Bovaleddu, of seductive balance and fruitiness and one of the best reds in Sardinia every year. Matured in barriques, it has a fresh but ripe fruit on the nose with a slight hint of cocoa. On the palate, it has a beautiful depth with present tannins. An exemplary wine vinified with love and full of regional typicity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark, dense ruby red colour with a slightly brightening rim. Ripe aromas of blackberry and blueberry, herbal flavours and hints of liquorice on the nose. Dense and fruity on the palate, very fine tannins and a long, balanced final." Falstaff

"I love the flavours of liquorice and herbs alongside chocolate cherries and plums. There's also a hint of vanilla and praline. It's creamy, slightly chewy and full-bodied, with berry-like tannins and a long and wonderfully smooth finish. Makes you want more." James Suckling

Bright golden yellow colour and a creamy bouquet of exotic fruits, banana and almond. The fruit finely balanced with the barrique tones. Soft, warm and dense on the palate, of wonderful freshness, structure and suppleness. Good ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

A masculine brandy full of power, elegance and harmony: radiantly bright with complex grape aroma and smooth body. SUPERIORE.DE

Korem is a wine that perfectly interprets the philosophy of the Argiolas family: Innovation with deep respect for Sardinian tradition. A wine born from the desire to enhance and perfect the Bovale grape. Bovale is a low-yielding grape variety, as it requires well-ventilated soils with excellent exposure. It is enhanced in Korem by the addition of Carignano and Cannonau, two other traditional Sardinian grape varieties.

Korem radiates a deep ruby red colour from the glass. Intense berry flavours on the nose, velvety, full-bodied, warm and round on the palate. A top wine that impressively reflects the great potential of the family winery. SUPERIORE.DE

"Scorched earth blows off to reveal depths of licorice, crushed blackberries and a dusting of cocoa as the 2019 Korem smolders up from the glass. This is silky yet sleek, with cooling acidity and saline minerals up front. Zesty acidity enlivens its tart wild berry fruit. A web of fine tannins wraps the palate in youthful poise as the 2019 finishes structured and long with a mocha tinge elevated by suggestions of sour citrus. This is going to be an exciting vintage of Korem to follow." Vinous

"The flavours of black cherry, sandalwood and lavender merge into a full body, with ultra-fine tannins and a long finish. This year it is very flavoursome and refined, with some sage and rosemary on the finish." James Suckling

Korem is a wine that perfectly interprets the Argiolas family philosophy: Innovation with deep respect for Sardinian tradition. A wine born from the desire to enhance and perfect the Bovale vine. Bovale is a low-yielding grape variety, as it requires well-aerated soils with excellent exposure. It is refined in Korem by the addition of Carignano and Cannonau, two other traditional Sardinian grape varieties.

Korem shines in deep ruby red from the glass. Intense aromas of black cherry, sandalwood and lavender on the nose. Velvety, full-bodied, warm and round in the mouth. A refined top wine that impressively reflects the great potential of the family winery. SUPERIORE.DE

"I love the aromas of blackberries, graphite and walnut with cedar. Full-bodied with ultra-fine tannins that run the length of the wine, showing class and sophistication. Creamy and finely textured. Needs three to four years to soften." James Suckling