Santadi
Carignano del Sulcis Superiore Terre Brune 2021
| Denomination | DOC Carignano del Sulcis Rosso Superiore |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Sardinia (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 95% Carignano, 5% Bovale |
| Aging | After early malolactic fermentation, the wine matures in new fine-grained French oak barriques for 16-18 months, then refines for 12 months in the bottle. |
- Identity: Still red wine from Sardinia, Carignano del Sulcis Superiore DOC 2021, 15% vol
- Unfiltered: No filtration, possible presence of natural sediment in the bottle
- Vinification: In steel for 15 days, then 16–18 months in new barriques
- Aroma and taste: Notes of blackberry and plum, myrtle, cocoa and spices; warm palate with elegant tannins
- Serving: 16–18°C, decant for 1 hour; ideal with roasts, grilled meats, game and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Terre Brune is an excellent Sardinian red that showcases a blend of Carignano and Bovaleddu. An expression of the Carignano del Sulcis Superiore area, this unfiltered wine stands out for its deep and intense aromatic profile. Notes of dark fruits blend harmoniously with hints of aromatic herbs, cocoa, sweet spices and clear marine nuances. On the palate, it offers a warm and smooth sip, supported by elegant tannins and vibrant savouriness. Its velvety density leads to a harmonious and persistent finish, making it the ideal choice to accompany structured dishes based on game, flavourful roasts and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in Basso Sulcis, in south-western Sardinia. The vineyards are cultivated as ungrafted bush vines, ensuring a strong connection with the environment. The climate, with dry summers and mild winters, guarantees perfect ripening of the grapes. The sandy and calcareous soils with a loose texture impart structural character and savouriness. Santadi adopts strict environmental sustainability practices to protect the ecosystem and offer an authentic expression of the territory.
How it is produced
Production begins at the start of autumn with meticulous manual harvesting of the bunches. The process continues with alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled steel tanks for fifteen days, accompanied by careful maceration of the skins to extract polyphenols. This is followed by malolactic fermentation, essential for giving smoothness to the structure. The wine then rests in new, fine-grained French oak barrels for a period of sixteen to eighteen months, acquiring complexity and aromatic depth. The process concludes with a final maturation of twelve months, an essential phase to integrate the various sensory nuances and achieve perfect overall balance.
History and Curiosities
Born in 1984 as the first Sardinian red wine aged in barrique, Terre Brune represents the excellence of Cantina Santadi and the Sulcis region. This majestic blend of Carignano and Bovaleddu comes from ancient vines grown as ungrafted bush vines, a rarity that gives the wine extraordinary concentration and an authentic connection to its roots. A true masterpiece of elegance and persistence, it has received multiple awards from critics, including the Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso, the Quattro Viti from Vitae, and 93 points from James Suckling.
Awards
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2021
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2021
2This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2021
93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2021
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1960
- Oenologist: Riccardo Curreli, Giorgio Marone
- Bottles produced: 1.800.000
- Hectares: 650
Since then, the only direction has been upwards, as the Santadi wines continue to spread and reap appreciation worldwide. A success story made possible by the whole team, which includes the grape growers, directors, marketing staff and all winery workers, forming a reservoir of expertise that is an asset for the whole territory. Read more
| Name | Santadi Carignano del Sulcis Superiore Terre Brune 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Carignano del Sulcis DOC |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 95% Carignano, 5% Bovale |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sardinia |
| Vendor | Santadi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in 1984 as the first Sardinian red wine aged in barrique, Terre Brune represents the excellence of Cantina Santadi and the Sulcis region. This majestic blend of Carignano and Bovaleddu comes from ancient vines grown as ungrafted bush vines, a rarity that gives the wine extraordinary concentration and an authentic connection to its roots. A true masterpiece of elegance and persistence, it has received multiple awards from critics, including the Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso, the Quattro Viti from Vitae, and 93 points from James Suckling. |
| Origin | Basso Sulcis (South-Western Sardinia) |
| Climate | Hot and dry in summer, temperate in winter |
| Soil composition | Loose, medium-textured soil with sand and limestone |
| Cultivation system | Bush vine, still ungrafted (Latin vineyard) |
| Harvest | Manual harvest between late September and the first to second ten days of October |
| Fermentation | Approximately 15 days |
| Production technique | Alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with skin maceration; early malolactic fermentation; maturation in new French oak barriques; unfiltered |
| Wine making | Alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks for about 15 days with skin maceration; early malolactic fermentation. |
| Aging | After early malolactic fermentation, the wine matures in new fine-grained French oak barriques for 16 8 months, then refines for 12 months in the bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |