BRACE 2017 CAGNULARI – ISLAND OF THE NURAGHI IGT

BRACE 2017 Cagnulari: the intense Sardinian red from Cantine Mesa

BRACE 2017 Cagnulari – Isola dei Nuraghi IGT by Cantine Mesa is a red wine with a strong and territorial profile, an authentic expression of the character of Cagnulari in a rich, deep, and gastronomic interpretation. It is made from grapes grown in Usini, in a vineyard located 300 meters above sea level, in a context that combines marl and granite, elements that contribute to giving personality, sapidity, and tension to the wine.

Territory and wine style

The area of origin, in the heart of Sardinia, enhances the vocation of Cagnulari, a grape variety capable of expressing structure, color, and an original aromatic weave. The designation Isola dei Nuraghi IGT allows for the storytelling of a free and identity-driven wine, tied to a territory where the climate and mineral soils have a clear impact on the final result. The winemaking process involves a 14-day maceration on the skins, followed by aging in cement, tonneaux, and second-pass barriques, with subsequent resting in the bottle: a journey that supports complexity and harmony without stiffening the sip.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents with a deep ruby color. The olfactory profile is ethereal, spicy, and of good depth, with nuances that evoke the ripeness of the fruit and the suggestions of wood aging. On the palate, it is a wine with a decided body, savory and persistent, with an important structure and an alcoholic presence that contributes to the sensation of fullness. The sip is enveloping but supported by sufficient freshness to maintain balance and continuity.

Recommended pairings

BRACE 2017 Cagnulari pairs successfully with flavorful and rich dishes from the land cuisine, such as meat roasts, oven-baked lamb, braised dishes, stewed wild boar, and aged cheeses. It is also ideal with spicy preparations and traditional recipes with intense flavors, where the structure of the wine manages to support and enhance every bite.

Serving temperature

To best appreciate BRACE 2017 Cagnulari, a serving temperature between 16 and 18°C is recommended. If the bottle has just been opened, a brief passage in a decanter can help the wine express its spicy profile and complexity with greater clarity.

Why buy it

It is a convincing choice for those seeking a Sardinian red with personality, capable of combining territorial identity, structure, and evolved pleasantness. BRACE 2017 Cagnulari by Cantine Mesa is a wine suitable for both an important dinner and a targeted purchase to enrich one’s cellar with an original, intense label that is coherent with its territory of origin.