92/100
James Suckling
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88/100
Wine Enthusiast
A harmonious blend of a Sardinian grape variety, Vermentino, and a French grape variety, Chardonnay, Samas presents an aromatic bouquet of tropical fruit, citrus and fresh minerality, the hallmark of island wines. Balance and freshness are unmistakable!
Features
Estate
Agricola Punica
Cuvée
Samas
Vintage
2020
Designation
Isola dei Nuraghi
Region
Italy
Grape varieties
80% Vermentino, 20% Chardonnay
Terroirs
Sandy soils
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Direct pressing of whole bunches, each grape variety vinified separately in stainless steel vats, then blended before ageing.
Breeding
3 months in concrete tanks, no clarification or filtration
Alcohol content
13%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Bright yellow with green highlights
Nose
Bouquet of tropical fruit, citrus and sage
Mouth
Silky, with a good balance between alcohol, saltiness and freshness
Drink before
2024
Food and wine pairing
Goes well with all types of fish and white meats, or on its own as an aperitif...
Agricola Punica
Isola dei Nuraghi
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Wine Enthusiast
Rated wine (guide 2021) 88/100 (Vintage 2019)
James Suckling
Rated wine (guide 2021) 92/100 (Vintage 2019)
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4/5
out of 1 review
Note and review by M. GIORGIO F. Published on 25/11/2023
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