“Turriga” Sardegna IGT

Argiolas

Pronunciation
TOUR-ig-ah
Year
2003
Type
Red
Winery
Argiolas
Region
Sardegna, Italy
Oenologist
Mariano Marru oenologist & Giacomo Tachis as wine making consultant

Overview

This legendary red was created by the brothers Franco and Giuseppe Argiolas with the support of renowned oenologist Giacomo Tachis. A muscular yet elegant blend of 85% Cannonau and 15% Malvasia Nera, Carignano and Bovale Sardo grown in the Turriga vineyard.

Wine Notes

Grape Variety
85% Cannonau and 15% Malvasia Nera, Carignano and Bovale Sardo
Vinification
Soft press. Fermented in stainless steel at a temperature of 82-86 degrees for16-18 days.
Aging
18-24 months followed by an additional a few months in bottle prior to release
Alcohol
14.5 %
| Appearance
Intense ruby red
| Aroma
Especially rich bouquet, floral and red raspberries.
| Taste
Powerful, supple and round with great structure with a long spicy finish. Extremely elegant.
| Serving Suggestions
BBQ or roasted red or white meats or with a rich pasta meat sauce. Hard aged Sardinian pecorino

“Turriga” Sardegna IGT

Suggested Retail:
$74.00
CSPC#:
704990
Available Sizes:
750ml
Bottles Per Case:
6

Reviews

Wine Spectator - July 2006 - 92 points

"Bright red with plum and dried flower character on the nose. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long, caressing finish. This wine shows class and length. This is the best Turriga ever."