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Mesa 2009 Malombra Red (Isola dei Nuraghi)
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- $65
Fine craftsmanship is evident in this Sardinian blend of Carignano and Syrah. The wine is rich and extracted, with bold fruit notes of blackberry and plum followed by spice and tobacco. Some toasted oak influences appear in the mouth alongside soft, smooth tannins.
— M.L.
(2/1/2013)
Mesa 2010 Buio Buio Carignano (Isola dei Nuraghi)
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- $44
Buio Buio, which translates to “dark dark,” shows an inky-dark color and rich, soft concentration. This handsome bottle offers pretty aromas of blackberry, plum, spice and cinnamon, with sweet-tasting cherry endnotes.
— M.L.
(2/1/2013)
Mesa 2006 Buio Buio Carignano (Isola dei Nuraghi)
- $40
Buio Buio is one of this estate’s best wines. The first vintage of this 100% expression of Carignano was in 2004 and the wine benefits from calcium-rich soils and oak aging. It delivers aromas of blueberry and blackberry with spice, tobacco and almond nut.
— M.L.
(9/1/2009)
Mesa 2007 Opale Vermentino (Vermentino di Sardegna)
- $40
Opale is a sophisticated and rich expression of Vermentino (10% is fermented in oak) with both heft and freshness. The aromas recall peach, butterscotch and apricot and the wine is a perfect match to crustaceans.
— M.L.
(9/1/2009)
Mesa 2006 Opale Vermentino (Vermentino di Sardegna)
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- $40
Packaged in an elegant but very heavy bottle, this Vermentino from Sardinia offers fruity aromas of peach and nectarine backed by good length and consistency. Pair this refreshing wine with shellfish or spaghetti con vongole.
— M.L.
(2/1/2009)
Mesa 2011 Opale Vermentino (Vermentino di Sardegna)
- $33
Aged only in stainless steel, this expression of Vermentino offers fragrant aromas that span from natural rubber to apricot. The wine is creamy and smooth on the finish, with a touch of spice.
— M.L.
(3/1/2013)
Mesa 2005 Opale Vermentino (Sardinia)
- $37
Vermentino is one of Italy’s most versatile and food-friendly white grapes; this rendition boasts notes of exotic fruit, acacia, honey and mineral tones. It is delightfully refreshing—with some nutty flavors—and buoyant. Only 10% is aged in oak and the rest in stainless steel.
— M.L.
(4/1/2007)
Mesa 2006 Giunco Vermentino (Vermentino di Sardegna)
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- $23
Here is a textbook example of Vermentino from Sardinia with aromas that are fresh and slightly green, along the lines of chopped herbs or kiwi. This versatile grape makes a perfect companion to seafood dishes or light lunches.
— M.L.
(2/1/2009)
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