Ratings
WS 89 · AG 88-89 · JS 94
Identity
| Producer | Argiolas |
| Year | 2021 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC |
| Grapes | 80% Cannonau, 10% Bovale, 10% Carignano |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | ruby red with garnet hues |
| Aroma | ripe strawberries, black cherries, herbs, spices, vanilla, plum, cherry, spicy florals |
| Palate | medium-bodied, warm, round, well-structured, balanced, with light tannins and rounded tannins from oak |
| Finish | long, warm, with earth, tobacco, and spice notes |
| Food Pairing | roast suckling pig, lamb, medium or long matured cheeses, pasta with meat sauces, grilled meats |
| Serving Temp | 16 |
| Aging Potential | 2 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 14.0 |
| Aging Process | Aged 8 to 10 months in small French oak barrels (barriques) |
| Fermentation | Maceration at controlled temperature followed by malolactic fermentation in tanks |
Terroir
| Soil | Mediterranean climate with mild winters, limited rainfall, very warm and windy summers |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are harvested manually to preserve quality |
Interesting facts
| Argiolas is Sardinia's leading wine producer, founded in 1938 by Antonio Argiolas. The Costera is a classic expression of the native Cannonau grape, with a focus on quality and native varietals. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |