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Assajé
In Gallura dialect the word Assajé means “that is already something". Success is born from an experiment.
Grape variety: 100% Carignano Vineyards: Sulcis and Gallura DOC: IGT Isola dei Nuraghi Age of vineyards: min. 20 years old Aspect and altitude: east-south/east facing, 20/100 m a.s.l. Soil: slightly chalky, sandy and clayey Vine training system: vertical trellis, 5,000 plants/ ha Harvest: hand-harvesting Grape yield per hectare: 60/70 q/ha First vintage: 1997 Release for sale: 2 years after harvest Ageing potential: 4- 5 years after release for sale
Colour: intense ruby red with purple hues Aroma: releases a delightful blend of ethereal, heady aromas with hints of black berry fruit, bottled cherries, blackberries, myrtle, spices, eucalyptus, cocoa powder and salty sensations Flavour: rounded, warm and tangy with rich, mouthfilling ripe fruit and finely woven tannins; a characterful wine with a long, lingering finish.
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