{"title":"Cannonau of Sardinia","description":"\u003cp\u003eCannonau di Sardegna is one of Italy's most long-lived and fascinating organic red wines. Produced from Grenache grapes grown in Sardinia, it is rich in polyphenols, warm, well-structured, and fragrant with Mediterranean scrub. In this selection, you'll find only Cannonau di Sardegna online, chosen from small organic producers—winemakers who respect the vineyard and bottle without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy is Sardinian organic Cannonau among the best Italian red wines?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganic Cannonau di Sardegna is considered one of the wines richest in resveratrol in the world, a natural antioxidant associated with the longevity of the Sardinian population. Our producers work with spontaneous fermentations, indigenous yeasts, and minimal sulfites, preserving the identity of the territory and the authenticity of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings and serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal temperature: 16–18 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal dishes: roast lamb, stewed mutton, aged Sardinian cheeses, game, red meat main courses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe Riserva version requires at least 1 hour of decanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover our selection of artisanal Cannonau di Sardegna and support the small Sardinian winemakers who, every year, transform this ancient grape into something extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/albiocorini.com\/collections\/all\"\u003eExplore the entire selection →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cannonau-di-sardegna-riserva-bio","title":"Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva DOP Organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCannonau di Sardegna Riserva DOP BIO\u003c\/strong\u003e is the flagship wine of \u003cstrong\u003eFattorie Isola\u003c\/strong\u003e, an organic farm in Sardinia. The Cannonau Riserva is the most ambitious and long-lived version of the island's iconic grape—a grape cultivated in Sardinia for over three thousand years, among the oldest in the Mediterranean. In this Riserva version, it expresses all its depth thanks to a long maceration and an aging period of 6-8 months in oak tonneau barrels. The result is a structured, enveloping, and complex red wine, with a personality that tells the story of Sardinia's sun, granite, and wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking process is traditional and respectful: long maceration of organic Cannonau grapes, then—after one year from fermentation—aging for 6-8 months in oak tonneau barrels before bottling. The tonneau barrels (500-liter barrels) impart a more delicate woody component to the wine compared to barriques, better preserving the fruit and minerality of the Cannonau. Cannonau is also the grape of Sardinian longevity: rich in polyphenols and resveratrol, it is associated with the extraordinary life expectancy of the inhabitants of Ogliastra, one of the five \"Blue Zones\" worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright amaranth red color. Broad and enveloping on the nose: marasca cherry, raisin, vanilla, and sweet spices from the oak. Soft on the palate, with good persistence and a long, complex aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrape:\u003c\/em\u003e Cannonau 100% | \u003cem\u003eVintage:\u003c\/em\u003e 2022 | \u003cem\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/em\u003e 14% | \u003cem\u003eFormat:\u003c\/em\u003e 0.75 L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/em\u003e 18–20°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/em\u003e Long maceration. After one year from fermentation, aging 6-8 months in oak tonneau. Bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor those who love structured and enveloping reds with wood aging that adds complexity without masking the fruit. Cannonau Riserva is the right choice for an important dinner, a quality gift, or for those who want to discover Cannonau in its deepest and most long-lived expression—very different from young and immediate Cannonau wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen to drink\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is already enjoyable today thanks to tonneau aging, but it has all the characteristics to evolve magnificently in the next 5-8 years. Decant it at least 45 minutes before serving to unlock its aromatic complexity. Serve at 18–20°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTaste characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA soft and enveloping Cannonau, where the richness of the fruit—marasca cherry, raisin—integrates with the vanilla and sweet spices imparted by the oak tonneau. The long maceration gives structure and silky tannins. The finish is long, persistent, with a pleasant aftertaste that invites another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy we chose this wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause Fattorie Isola's Cannonau Riserva represents Cannonau in its most complete form—organic, long maceration, aging in oak tonneau for 6-8 months. It is a wine that tells the story of Sardinia with depth and clearly distinguishes itself from industrial Cannonau wines. We propose it as the reference Sardinian red in our selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat dishes pair well with Cannonau Riserva BIO?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrilled meat, game, roasted lamb, Sardinian suckling pig (porcetto sardo), aged hard cheeses like Pecorino Sardo. Also excellent with more elaborate traditional Sardinian dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are oak tonneau barrels and how do they influence the wine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTonneau barrels are 500-liter barrels—larger than barriques (225 liters) and smaller than traditional large barrels. They impart vanilla and sweet spice aromas to the wine more delicately than barriques, better preserving the fruit and minerality of the Cannonau. The 6-8 months of aging add complexity without standardizing the varietal profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Cannonau associated with Sardinian longevity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCannonau is one of the wines richest in polyphenols and resveratrol in the world. Scientific studies have linked moderate consumption of Cannonau to the extraordinary life expectancy of the inhabitants of Ogliastra, one of the five \"Blue Zones\" worldwide where the highest number of centenarians is concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a certified organic wine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Fattorie Isola is a certified organic farm in Sardinia. No synthetic pesticides are used in the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FATTORIE ISOLA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51481246138695,"sku":"A-FT-CR22","price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/8025\/7351\/files\/CannonaudiSardegnaRiservaDOP_Sito.png?v=1747811181"},{"product_id":"cannonau-di-sardegna-rose-bio","title":"Cannonau di Sardegna Rosé DOP Organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCannonau di Sardegna Rosé PDO Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from \u003cstrong\u003eFattorie Isola\u003c\/strong\u003e, an organic farm in Sardinia. Cannonau is the island's emblematic grape variety — one of the oldest in the Mediterranean, probably introduced by the Phoenicians and cultivated in Sardinia for over three thousand years. It is the grape variety of Sardinian longevity: scientific studies have linked the moderate consumption of Cannonau — rich in polyphenols and resveratrol — to the extraordinary life expectancy of the inhabitants of Ogliastra, one of the five \"Blue Zones\" worldwide. Fattorie Isola interprets the Rosé version with a vinification that prioritizes freshness and immediacy without sacrificing the typical structure of the grape variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vinification is precise and respectful: manual harvesting in crates, immediate cooling to +5°C for 72 hours before fermentation, cold maceration for 6-8 hours to extract color and aromas without aggressive tannins. The result is a dry, fresh, and structured rosé — with a personality that goes far beyond light Provençal rosés.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has a pale pink color with violet reflections. The nose reveals raspberry, wild berries, and a delicate floral note. The palate is dry, with good acidity balanced by an enveloping softness and a persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/em\u003e Cannonau 100% | \u003cem\u003eVintage:\u003c\/em\u003e 2024 | \u003cem\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/em\u003e 14% | \u003cem\u003eFormat:\u003c\/em\u003e 0.75 L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/em\u003e 10–12°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eVinification:\u003c\/em\u003e Manual harvest in crates. Cooling to +5°C for 72 hours. Cold maceration 6-8 hours. Alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor those who love rosés with structure and personality, and want to discover what Cannonau — Sardinia's most important grape variety — can do in an organic rosé version. It is the right choice for those who find Provençal rosés too light and anonymous, and are looking for something with more character and terroir. Versatile: works from aperitif to dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Drink\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eImmediately, well chilled, within 2 years of the vintage. It is a wine designed for immediate pleasure — freshness is its main strength. Ideal at 10–12°C. Also excellent slightly cooler in summer as an aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTaste Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA dry and structured Cannonau Rosé, where fruity freshness — raspberry, wild berries — is integrated with the typical softness of the grape variety and the minerality of the Sardinian terroir. Cold maceration for 6-8 hours extracts color and aromas without releasing tannins, keeping the wine fresh and drinkable. The finish is persistent and clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Chose This Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause Fattorie Isola's Cannonau Rosé tells the story of Sardinia in an unusual way — not the structured red one expects from Cannonau, but a fresh and immediate version that retains the character of the grape variety. The vinification with 72-hour cooling and cold maceration is a precise technical choice that respects the fruit. We offer it because it completes our Sardinian selection with a quality and terroir-driven rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat dishes does Cannonau Rosé Organic pair with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeafood and land appetizers, pasta with ragu, roasted game, medium-aged cheeses, Sardinian cured meats. Its structure also makes it suitable for more elaborate dishes compared to lighter rosés.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Cannonau? Is it the same as Grenache?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCannonau is genetically identical to French Grenache and Spanish Garnacha, but Sardinia claims primogeniture: the oldest traces of the grape variety in Europe were found on the island. In Sardinia, it produces more structured wines rich in polyphenols than continental versions, thanks to the warm climate and granite soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are the grapes cooled for 72 hours?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImmediate cooling to +5°C for 72 hours prevents oxidation and preserves varietal aromas. The subsequent cold maceration of 6-8 hours extracts color and aromas from the skins without releasing tannins, ensuring a fresh and fragrant rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a certified organic wine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Fattorie Isola is a certified organic farm in Sardinia. 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