The Indicazione di Origine Tipica (IGT) Isola dei Nuraghi appellation owes its name to the heritage of Sardinia, the second largest island in Italy. Sardinia is an ancient wine-producing region with a history closely linked to the cultivation of vines and wine. IGT Isola dei Nuraghi is the main appellation of Sardinia.
The name of this IGT, literally "Nuraghi Island", is inspired by the old towers that can be seen all over the island. These are truncated conical towers erected around 1900 BC. The function of these towers is not known - they may have been used as a temple, a fortress or even a wine cellar. These mysterious towers are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by the Nuraghe civilisation and being so representative of the island, they have become its symbol. This explains the name of this appellation covering the whole of Sardinia.
As an IGT, Isola dei Nuraghi IGT regulations allows for white, red or rosé wines to be produced. However, the vast majority of these wines are red, made from traditional grape varieties such as Cannonau (Grenache), Carignan, Cabernet Sauvignon or Syrah. Although French varieties are very present, Sardinian varieties such as Cagnulari and Nasco (white variety) are given pride of place.
True expressions of their terroir of birth and the style of the producers, the Sardinian wines of the IGT Isola dei Nuraghi are wines of character to be discovered.
