# Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva (2020)

- **Producer:** Tenuta Sella & Mosca
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cannonau
- **Region:** Sardegna, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €14
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackberry, ripe fruit, black cherry, lavender, chocolate, vanilla, cloves, leather, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

The Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva 2020 from Tenuta Sella & Mosca is a red wine from Sardinia, Italy, made from the Cannonau grape. Tenuta Sella & Mosca is one of Europe's largest wine estates, located in the northwest of Sardinia near Alghero. Cannonau is the most widespread red grape on the island, representing 24% of its vineyards. The wine is produced under the Cannonau di Sardegna DOC Riserva appellation.

## Interesting facts

- Cannonau is Sardinia's most common red grape, covering 24% of its vineyards.
- Sella & Mosca is one of Europe's largest wine estates.
- Cannonau is the local name for Grenache.
- The DOC regulations for Riserva require at least 12 months of barrel aging.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and firm tannins are well-suited to complement the richness and protein found in red meats and braised dishes. Its savory notes can harmonize with herbs and earthy ingredients, while its lively acidity helps to cut through richer sauces and fats.

## Wine making process

The Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva is produced through maceration on the skins for 12-14 days at controlled temperatures of 26-28°C, with regular pumping over. Following this, the wine is aged for two years in large Slavonian oak barrels, followed by several months of bottle aging. This process is designed to develop the wine's structure and aromatic profile.