Capichera Isola dei Nuraghi I.G.T. Assajé 2011

Description

It is the first red wine produced by Capichera. It is an important red, the company’s flag, which combines complexity and drinkability. Originally obtained entirely from Carignano grapes, today it is a successful combination of autochthonous black grapes and Syrah. The name derives from the term Assajé which in the Gallurese dialect means “is already something”.

First vintage produced: 1997
Variety: the best known black grape variety of the island and Syrah
Vineyards: in the communes of Olbia and Palau
Designation of origin: IGT Isola dei Nuraghi
Aging potential: high
Fermentation: fermentation and aging in steel tanks for about 3 weeks
Maturation: 12 months in barriques

Features
Color: intense ruby ​​red with violet reflections
Smell: reveals a splendid fusion of ethereal and vinous notes, where black fruits, cherries in alcohol, blackberry, myrtle, spices, eucalyptus, cocoa and brackish notes are sometimes felt
Taste: full, warm, savory, with rich and concentrated ripe fruit and fine tannic texture; the finish is long and persistent; great character