Italy — wine

Sardinia

Italy's second largest island, home to Cannonau (Grenache's oldest ancestor), Vermentino di Gallura DOCG, Vernaccia di Oristano, and Carignano del Sulcis. Ancient vines, diverse terroirs, and a winemaking culture distinct from the Italian mainland.

Year Rating Notes
2022 Outstanding Sardinian vintage; Cannonau showed remarkable depth and Vermentino exceptional aromatic intensity.
2021 Elegant, balanced vintage; old-vine Cannonau from Oliena and Mamoiada achieved exceptional complexity.
2020 Classic Sardinian conditions; Carignano del Sulcis in the south produced particularly deep, structured reds.
2019 Benchmark vintage; Vermentino di Gallura DOCG wines showed extraordinary mineral freshness.
2018 Challenging drought conditions; bush-vine old Cannonau excelled from natural stress.