Agricola Punica, Barrua, Isola dei Nuraghi IGT 2013
Standard - 75cl
- Vintage2013
- ColourRed
- ProducerAgricola Punica
- CountryItaly
- RegionSardinia
- Sub RegionIsola dei Nuraghi
- DesignationIGT
- Bottle SizeStandard - 75cl
- ABV15
- LWIN12023462013
- Avg. Critic Score4★★★★★★★★★★
Wine Critic Reviews
Fully saturated deep ruby. Leafy nuances and notes of sassafras dominate the deep but youthfully reticent dark red fruit on the nose. Then smooth and dense, with forward flavors of red cherry, dark plum, cassis, and aromatic herbs. Finishes very long and spicy, with peppery tannins and building complexity. For maximum enjoyment, put this away in the cellar and open it in three to four years only. This is a blend of Carignano, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
- Drinking Window: 2018 - 2024
- Reviewer Name: Ian d'Agata
- Review Date: October 2016
Created by the same folks behind Tuscany's legendary Sassicaia, this is an all-Sardinian blend of 85% Carignano, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot. The 2013 Barrua is a beautifully balanced and seamless expression with dark fruit aromas that flow effortlessly from the bouquet. Those tones of blackberry, prune and dried fig segue to spice, tar, licorice and black olive. This vintage really works in terms of the intensity and the precision of the bouquet. The tannins are integrated, and the wine is layered and long lasting. Some 125,000 bottles were produced.
- Drinking Window: 2018 - 2028
- Reviewer Name: Monica Larner
- Review Date: December 2017