 Sardegna is considered one of the best wine regions in Italy. Numerous civilizations have shaped the island's rich viticultural history and contributed to its prestigious past, including the ancient Egyptians, the Romans, and the Spaniards. Sardegna's 20 DOC's are topped off by its only DOCG, Vermentino di Gallura. The white complements seafood dishes with a crisp citrus flavor, a palate-cleansing acidity, and a salty finishing kick. Other whites include Norgus, Vernaccia, and Moscato; reds include Monin, Cannonau, and Carmignano (of Spanish contribution); and international varietals include Syrah, Cabernet, and Merlot.Back to Regions
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White Wine: |
 GRAPE: Vermentino
REGION: Sardegna
COLOR: Straw
TASTE: Located in the Campidano hills and plains, the heart of Sardinian wine production, Cantina Dolianova is a leader in quality since 1949.This crisp, medium-bodied white has a seductive, tropical fruity bouquet including melon, banana, pineapple and citrus fruitsa and a thicker mouth feel, than what is typically associated with Vermentino. 100% stainless steel fermentation creates a highly aromatic wine with a lingering, palate cleansing finish. An obvious wine for all seafood pairings; this wine really excels with all shellfish, from clams to lobster, as well as white meats. |
Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Cannonau
REGION: Sardegna
COLOR: Ruby Red
TASTE: Located in the Campidano hills and plains, the heart of Sardinian wine production, Cantina Dolianova is a leader in quality since 1949. This Cannonau has an inviting bouquet of ripe fruit in which amarena cherry, blackberry, raspberry and herbs dominate. Two years barrel aging creates an elegant and smooth riserva, reminiscent of chocolate covered cherries, with soft tannins and a white pepper infused finish. Excellent with aged cheeses, roasts, game, BBQ and all meat based pastas. |
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Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Cannonau
REGION: Sardegna
COLOR: Ruby Red
TASTE: A great wine with lightly dried blackberry and bing cherry fruit, medium body and an elegant white pepper spice finish. Santa Maria La Palma has gone through much renovation and modernization in their winery and vineyards in the last five years, integrating their wines into everyday consumption. Excellent with BBQ and all meat based pastas. |
 GRAPE: Cannonau
REGION: Sardegna
COLOR: Ruby Red
TASTE: This red from the island region of Sardegna is grown in a single vineyard called "Le Bombarde" or the big cannons. A great wine with lightly dried blackberry and bing cherry fruit, medium body and an elegant white pepper spice finish. Santa Maria La Palma has gone through much renovation and modernization in their vineyards and winery in the last five years to integrate their wines into everyday consumption. Excellent with BBQ and all meat based pastas. |
 GRAPE: Cagnulari
REGION: Sardegna
COLOR: Ruby Red with Violet Reflections
TASTE: An intense red from the Island region of Sardegna, showing an inviting bouquet laced with scents of licorice and dark berry fruit followed by flavors of red berry fruit and marasca cherry preserves complemented by a full body and persistent finish. Santa Maria La Palma has gone through much renovation and modernization in their winery and vineyards in the last five years, integrating their wines into everyday consumption. Ideal with roasted, stewed and braised red and white meats as well as risotto and mature cheeses. |
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