{"product_id":"barrua-2013-igt-isola-dei-nuraghi-agripunica","title":"Barrua 2013 IGT Isola dei Nuraghi Agripunica","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBarrua 2013 \u003cstrong\u003eIGT Isola dei Nuraghi\u003c\/strong\u003e: the elegant red from AgriPunica\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarrua 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eAgriPunica\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Sardinian red wine of great personality, capable of uniting aromatic richness, balance, and structure in a refined and immediately recognizable profile. It originates in Sulcis from indigenous grapes with a share of French varieties, resulting in a wine that tells the story of the territory with contemporary style and measure, while maintaining a solid and gastronomic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe area of origin is the lower Sulcis, in Sardinia, within the \u003cstrong\u003eIGT Isola dei Nuraghi\u003c\/strong\u003e designation. The vineyards are located at the farms of Narcao and Barrua, on medium-textured soils with clay, sandy, and limestone components. The hot-dry climate in summer and temperate climate in winter contribute to complete ripening and a concentrated profile, but not heavy. The style of \u003cstrong\u003eBarrua 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e reflects this origin: an intense, elegant, and harmonious red, built on fruit maturity, softness of tannins, and good depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents with an \u003cstrong\u003eintense and vibrant ruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bouquet is complex and enveloping, with hints of sour cherry, ripe red fruit, spices, licorice, and a touch of myrtle. On the palate, it shows an elegant imprint, with fine and well-integrated tannins, a contained but balanced freshness, and a pleasant roundness favored by malolactic fermentation and maturation in wood. The finish is persistent, harmonious, and marked by returns of Mediterranean herbs, pepper, and ripe fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarrua 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs well with roasted or grilled red meats, braised dishes, lamb, game birds, oven-roasted kid, and flavorful preparations of Sardinian cuisine. Its structure also makes it suitable for aged cheeses and long-cooked dishes, where softness and aromatic complexity can best express themselves. It is an excellent table wine for important occasions and convivial dinners where a characterful yet balanced red is sought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe \u003cstrong\u003eBarrua 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e at a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e16-18 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e. If the bottle has been stored for a long time, it may be helpful to open it a bit in advance to enhance the expression of the aromas and the more elegant part of the sip. Decanting is not essential, but it can be considered for a more relaxed service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarrua 2013 IGT Isola dei Nuraghi\u003c\/strong\u003e is the right choice for those looking for an authoritative Sardinian wine, capable of combining territory, complexity, and pleasantness. The imprint of AgriPunica, the precision of the fruit, and the balance between structure and softness make it an ideal red to bring to the table or to gift to those who appreciate intense, refined Italian wines with a very versatile gastronomic profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AgriPunica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56658692145538,"sku":"5abfexv","price":38.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/33adb45e7432dd7bed1d761c53b4e400.jpg?v=1779199158","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/barrua-2013-igt-isola-dei-nuraghi-agripunica-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}