Tonaghe · Cannonau di Sardegna DOC 2022

  The Tonaghe Cannonau di Sardegna from Azienda Vinicola Attilio Contini is a clear homage to Sardinia's top grape variety, Cannonau (around 90%), enriched with a small proportion of regional red grapes. The grapes thrive on the sandy, calcareous soils of Sardinia's west coast, where sea breezes and hours of sunshine create a terroir full of character. The vinification process involves a maceration period of around ten days and fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by aging in steel - this keeps the style fresh and fruity, while remaining rooted in its origins.

In the glass, Tonaghe appears ruby red with slight garnet reflections - a picture of youthful depth and Mediterranean warmth. The bouquet opens with aromas of red cherries, ripe plums, and wild blackberries, underpinned by a fine toasted and spicy note that makes the soil and climate-specific origin noticeable. On the palate, the wine is balanced and accessible: the tannins are finely meshed, the fruit is juicy, the structure is clear, and the finish reveals a subtle salty minerality - a red wine with stylish origins that enriches both everyday life and moments of pleasure. - Gerardo [TS10/23]