Sileno Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva

Sardinia's most famous red wine grape variety, Cannonau – genetically identical to Grenache – shows its stronger, Mediterranean side here: dark fruity, warm, with substance on the palate.

Ferruccio Deiana has been cultivating this indigenous grape variety in the hinterland of the province of Cagliari for decades. The winery is one of the most reliable producers of Sardinian wine with international aspirations – a fact confirmed by ratings from Decanter (92 points) and Veronelli (93 points) .

The Sileno matures for 10 months in oak barrels . In the glass, it displays blackberry, dark cherry, and dried fig, underpinned by roasted aromas, cinnamon, and a hint of licorice. The palate is full-bodied, the tannins well-integrated through aging, and the finish warm and lingering with a spicy herbal note.

• Dishes: Leg of lamb with rosemary, pecorino sardo, wild boar salami or hearty pasta dishes with meat sauce
• Temperature: 16–18 °C
• Drinking window: now until 2028