Cayenna Isola dei Nuraghi IGT - Tenuta Asinara

Why the winemaker recommends Tenuta Asinara Cayenna Isola dei Nuraghi IGT

Brilliant wine, a splendid example from Sardinia. Wonderful fruit! Something like... Sardinia!! A very powerful blend of Grenache, Syrah, Cab Sav, Merlot, Cab Franc. 2300 bottles, 24 months in barrique. Recommended.

Characteristics of Cayenna di Asinara

Cayenna di Asinara splendid example of elegance, power and longevity, very low yield, about 20 q/ha, obtained from cannonau, cabernet sauvignon, Franc, merlot and syrah, splendid nuances of myrtle (plant, not berry), juniper, black pepper, dried hibiscus flowers (karkadé), other spices that I cannot identify, dry mouth, firm but at the same time elegant tannin, fresh, balsamic and resinous notes, the finish of the mouth is of violet petals, dark berries, undergrowth.

Recommended pairings for this Cayenna Isola dei Nuraghi IGT red wine Sardegna

It goes very well with the island's lamb.

Uncork and let it oxygenate for an hour before serving the Cayenna red wine at a temperature of 18 and 20 °C in a Ballon glass

Tenuta Asinara

Tenuta Asinara was born from the Sassu family's passion for the Romangia territory and the Sardinian winemaking tradition. Our wines, made with artisanal care and respect for nature, express the uniqueness of a land rich in history, Mediterranean light and sea breezes. Each bottle tells the story of the deep bond with the territory and a constant commitment to quality, combining tradition and innovation to bring the authentic character of Sardinia to the glass.