Audarya's Cannonau comes from southern Sardinia, where the Pala family's estate champions the island's own grape varieties. This is a welcoming expression of Cannonau, balancing generous fruit with a savoury edge and enough freshness to make it an appealing dinner companion.
- Aromas: Red berries and blood orange, with gentle spice and an inviting savoury undertone rather than heavy oak perfume.
- Palate: Juicy fruit fills the middle of the palate, supported by supple tannins and a fresh finish that keeps the wine flowing.
- Style: A dry, medium-bodied Sardinian red with Mediterranean warmth and an approachable, food-friendly character.
- Winemaking: Cannonau grapes are selected and fermented with temperature-controlled skin contact. Malolactic fermentation and maturation on fine lees build texture while retaining the variety's aromatic fruit and gently savoury character.
- Cellaring: Ready to drink now. Store in a cool and dark location.
- Food Pairing: Roast lamb with rosemary, grilled aubergine, tomato pasta or a plate of salumi and aged pecorino.
Looking for a red that feels generous without taking over dinner? This Cannonau is a lovely place to start. Its mix of berries, citrus and savoury flavour makes it easy to match with a spread of dishes and share around the table. Serve slightly cool in a generous glass, letting the fruit and savoury detail unfold with the meal.
Audarya
Sardinia’s distinctive grapes take centre stage at Audarya, a family winery located up in the hills north of the capital city of Cagliari. The Pala family has cultivated vines here for generations, and siblings Salvatore and Nicoletta bring fresh energy to that inheritance. Their approach combines a close connection to the island’s wine traditions with a modern eye for precision, allowing each variety to express its own character. Vermentino, Nuragus and Malvasia lead the whites, while Cannonau (aka Grenache), Monica and Bovale (aka Graciano) reveal the diversity of Sardinian reds.
This is a collection that rewards curiosity. Vermentino offers a refreshing introduction, while the more distinctive Nuragus and Malvasia invite wine lovers to venture beyond familiar names. Cannonau brings the generosity associated with Grenache, Monica offers a lighter expression, and Bovale provides the depth behind flagship red Nuracada. Rather than relying on international varieties, Audarya builds its identity around Sardinia itself: bright Mediterranean flavours, native grapes and a family’s continuing relationship with the land. These are wines with an island story and plenty of appeal at the table.
