Agricola Punica Barrua Isola dei Nuraghi IGT Double Magnum

Barrua is Sardinia's answer to great Mediterranean red wines – a Carignano-dominant blend from the Sulcis region in the southwest of the island, which demonstrates with each vintage what the sparse maquis landscape can coax from ancient vines. In the 3-liter double magnum, it matures more slowly and develops greater depth than in the standard bottle – a format for special occasions.

Winery & Origin
Agricola Punica was founded as a joint project between Sebastiano Rosa (of the Sassicaia family) and the Sardinian Cantina di Santadi. Wine legend Giacomo Tachis, father of Sassicaia, developed Barrua as the flagship wine: Carignano from old, partly ungrafted vines in the IGT region of Isola dei Nuraghi, complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The soils – reddish clay over granite – and the dry coastal climate fundamentally shape the style.

Sensors
Eighteen months of aging in barriques leave a distinct signature: dark blackberry and black cherry, underpinned by licorice, myrtle, and a hint of tobacco. The tannins are ripe and dense, without being harsh. The finish reveals the Mediterranean spiciness of Carignano – salty, with herbal notes reminiscent of rosemary and juniper.

Drinking recommendation
Serving temperature 17–18 °C. Drinking window: now until 2032+, larger formats benefit from further aging. Pairs well with braised leg of lamb, wild boar ragù, or mature Pecorino Sardo. The double magnum is perfect for large gatherings – celebrations, family meals, anniversaries.