2018 Argiolas Korem Isola dei Nuraghi IGT, Italy, Sardinia, Wine Review

This beautiful red is from Sardinia, Italy. It is a blend of Bovale Sardo, Carignano, and Cannonau. Garnet in color, mostly opaque and bright. The nose has cherries, slight plums, sea air, and floral notes. Medium bodied. Medium tannins. Good acidity. On the palate, this is interesting as well as tasty. On the palate, cherries with some herbal notes and a bit of smoke. Complex. This is drinking well now and probably has another five to seven more years at peak. It is very food friendly and would be great with fowl but also a nice plate of Gnocchi with roasted veggies.

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2018

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