Grapes: Cannonau.

Harvest: third decade of september-beginning of october.

Vinification: 8-10-day maceration at 24 - 26°c, followed by a minimum of 6 months sur lie in lined cement vats. A further 2 months in glass completes the maturation.

Appearance: ruby red.

Bouquet: full, generous fragrances of ripe wild fruit and berri- es, with subtle notes of sweet violets.

Palate: full-bodied and well balanced in the mouth, with supple tannins supporting an exceptional structure. A warm, heady finish seems almost endless.

Alcohol: 13 - 14%

Serving suggestions: a wide range of charcuterie, fat-rich fish, grilled meats, and soft cheeses.

Serving temperature: 16°c