Sardinia

Of Giovanni's two sumptuous Cannonau wines, this is more accessible, born of a higher, 'cooler' (relative to Sardinia!), younger, more humid and hence more fertile vineyard called 'Elisi'. It sits on the side of a hill, well ventilated, has a great view and is notably more clay-rich granitic, hence giving a fruitier wine. Such was the vintage, with a cool spring and hot summer that the wine sports a super-ripe, yet fresh loganberry fruit nose; it's so enchantingly, violet fragrant - a hallmark of Cannonau (from Mamoiada) - with crunchy, 'essence', suave, sotto-bosco (wild blackberry) compote flavours,similar in profile to Chateauneuf du Pape, with which it shares Cannonau/Grenache. Only 3,500 bottles made.
David Berry Green

An alluring smoky, earthy, cherry & fruits of the forest laden nose. Background notes of espresso, mocha and tobacco. Complex and enticing.  The palate is medium plus bodied, powerful and rich and yet with a cutting / well balanced acidity that gives it beautiful lift, making the length go on and on.  Mouth filling and yet excellently poised, very attractive now but will reward another 5 + years cellaring.  An excellent example of what can be achieved with the meeting of great vinous minds alongside great terroir.
17/20 Stuart Rae, Commercial Manager (Private Accounts)