Ajana Isola dei Nuraghi

Vintage 2016
by Ferruccio Deiana Vini
Varietal Bovale Sardo
Color red
Region Sardegna (Sardinia)
Country Italy
Medal Score
10.0
3 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black cherrylicoricesmoked meatwild herbsclovedried fig
Palate

Full-bodied with firm, grippy tannins and moderate acidity, offering a chewy, textured mouthfeel that evolves with air.

Finish

Long and savory, with lingering notes of iron, dried plum, and toasted spice.

Food Pairings
  • • Sardinian roasted lamb with myrtle
  • • aged pecorino with honey
  • • wild boar ragù pasta
  • • grilled swordfish with capers
  • • fennel-spiced salumi
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2030

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Double Gold Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2022
Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2022
Silver Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2021

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