Sulitai

CANNONAU DI SARDEGNA D.O.C.
Controlled Origin Denomination
Red wine – Alc. 13,5% Vol. – 75 cl.

GRAPES: Cannonau 100%.
Location: Grape from vineyards in the municipality of Monti, (North-East of Sardinia Region) at 1000 -1100 feet above sea-level.
Soil: Sandy soils formed from granite rock weathering.
Production: 3 Tons/Acre.
Harvest: By hand in october.

VINIFICATION
Pressing: Destemmed and crush with soft pressing after fermentation.
Fermentation: At controlled temperature, 20-22°C (68-72°F) on the skins for 15 days.
Maturation: 5 to 6 months in stainless steel tanks.
Bottling: Steril bottling under nitrogen; using natural corks.

CHARACTERISTICS
Tasting notes: A red wine with intense bouquet of red fruit with hints of cherries.
Wine well structured with an excellent balance between acidity and tannin.
A soft and rich red wine.
Food matching: Grilled red meat, game and well seasoned cheeses.

Serving temperature: 16 – 18°C (60-65°F).