Cagnulari is an ancient native black grape variety from Sardinia.
This variety, as often happens, risked disappearing, overshadowed by more well-known and commercially advantageous vines, such as Cannonau and Carignano.
Their greater ease of cultivation and international prestige have made them preferable to the detriment of Cagnulari, which risked being forgotten.
Fortunately, the world of wine is made up of far-sighted people, ready to bet on what truly embodies the identity of a territory, its history and its traditions, even at the cost of facing great difficulties.
It is precisely on this grape that the Sassari winemakers have focused with determination, and the results obtained demonstrate that their choice was a winning one.
Cagnulari is a demanding grape variety, requiring great attention in the vineyard: its sensitivity to climate conditions – humidity, heavy rain or extreme temperatures above 40 degrees – requires meticulous and constant work.
Even in the cellar it leaves no margin for error: it takes very little to compromise an entire year, making it a challenge as demanding as it is fascinating.
The wine obtained from Cagnulari is distinguished by its ruby red color and intense aromas of wild berries, enriched with spicy and balsamic notes.
On the palate it is dry, slightly tannic, but always balanced and harmonious.