{"title":"Agricola Punica | Sardinia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Collection_Banner_88fc5899-bf1e-44d6-bce4-8999970f097e.jpg?v=1779542829\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe creation of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eAgricola Punica\u003c\/b\u003e is one of the most fascinating success stories in modern Italian winemaking. Situated in the sun-drenched \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"133\"\u003eBasso Sulcis\u003c\/b\u003e region in south-western Sardinia, this world-class estate was born from an extraordinary collaboration between true \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"262\"\u003ewine royalty\u003c\/b\u003e. The venture brought together the legendary Dr Giacomo Tachis, celebrated as the founding father of the iconic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"386\"\u003eSuper-Tuscan movement\u003c\/b\u003e, and the Marchese Incisa della Rocchetta, the visionary owner of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"473\"\u003eTenuta San Guido\u003c\/b\u003e—the famous estate behind \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"515\"\u003eSassicaia\u003c\/b\u003e. Recognising the incredible potential of this unique island landscape, they joined forces with the historic Cantina di Santadi cooperative to establish an elite estate dedicated to pushing \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"714\"\u003eSardinian wine\u003c\/b\u003e into the global spotlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe secret behind the remarkable depth and complexity of the range lies in the brilliant merging of native tradition with international expertise. The estate concentrates its efforts on \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"186\"\u003eCarignano\u003c\/b\u003e, a dark-skinned variety that thrives in the extreme Mediterranean heat. These ancient grapes grow on deep, sandy, and clay-rich soils that retain just enough moisture during the scorching summer months. To add layers of structure and plushness, the viticultural team blends this local hero with classic French varieties including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah. The vineyards benefit from intense cooling sea breezes blowing off the coast, which preserve a vibrant natural acidity in the ripening fruit and impart a subtle, savoury complexity to the grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eFor the everyday drinker looking for a truly memorable bottle, this portfolio delivers an unforgettable Mediterranean experience closely linked to the winemaking style of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003eSassicaia\u003c\/b\u003e. The wines are celebrated for their remarkably smooth, full-bodied nature, offering an immediate wave of dark cherries, wild myrtle berries, and sweet liquorice, backed by a refined hint of warm spice from careful French oak ageing. While the punchy, fruit-forward expressions are spectacular for weekend sharing, the muscular flagship bottlings possess the incredible structure to age gracefully in a cellar for years. To fully appreciate their velvety, rich profile, serve these exceptional \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"674\"\u003eSardinian red wines\u003c\/b\u003e alongside a classic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"714\"\u003eSunday roast beef\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"733\"\u003egrilled ribeye steaks\u003c\/b\u003e, or a slow-cooked rosemary lamb shank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAGRIPUNICA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"agripunica-samas-isola-dei-nuraghi-igt-white-wine","title":"Agripunica Samas Isola dei Nuraghi IGT 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Agripunica Samas Isola dei Nuraghi IGT is a white wine blend of selected Vermentino (80%) and Chardonnay (20%) grapes. 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