About this wine
Costera is Argiolas' Cannonau di Sardegna DOC, built on approximately 90% Cannonau (the Sardinian expression of Grenache) with small additions of Bovale Sardo and Carignano. Aged for around 9 months in French oak barriques, the wine shows a deep ruby to garnet color with aromas of very ripe strawberries, black cherries, herbs, and spice, gaining rounded tannins and notes of vanilla from its barrel aging. Warm and full on the palate thanks to southern Sardinia's intense sunlight, Costera is a medium-to-full-bodied red with the fruit-forward, sun-soaked character typical of the island's benchmark Cannonau.
A sun-drenched, fruit-forward red that's an easy way to discover what Cannonau is all about.
Sommelier's Note
"Costera is the wine that best captures why Cannonau is Sardinia's true red-grape hero — warm, generous, and utterly drinkable."
Food Pairings
Excellent with grilled meats, roasted lamb, and aged cheeses; also matches tomato-based Sardinian pasta dishes.
When to drink it
Weeknight red-meat dinners and casual gatherings with friends.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Cannonau, Bovale Sardo, Carignano
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Price Range
- ¥2,900-3,900 (reference conversion from Japanese retail pricing, approx.)
Terroir & Winemaking
Approx. 90% Cannonau, 5% Bovale Sardo, 5% Carignano. Cannonau di Sardegna DOC. Aged approx. 9 months in French oak barriques. ABV approx. 14.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Argiolas Costera taste like?
- It shows aromas of very ripe strawberries, black cherries, herbs, and spice, with rounded tannins and vanilla notes from French oak aging.
- What grape is Costera made from?
- It is made from approximately 90% Cannonau, with small additions of Bovale Sardo and Carignano.
- What food pairs well with Costera?
- It pairs well with grilled meats, roasted lamb, aged cheeses, and tomato-based pasta dishes.
- Is Costera aged in oak?
- Yes, it is aged for approximately 9 months in French oak barriques.
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