The winery
Agripunica
Sardinian winery established as a joint venture between prominent figures in Italian oenology. It mainly produces IGT Isola dei Nuraghi wines from the Basso Sulcis.
- Sardegna (Basso Sulcis) · Italia
- Since 2002
- 7 products
The story
Agripunica was established as a joint project in the early 2000s, led by winemaker Giacomo Tachis together with representatives of Tenuta San Guido and Cantina di Santadi. With the first vintage, production was developed using the estates acquired in Barrua and Narcao in the Basso Sulcis, focusing on showcasing the territory and local grape varieties alongside international varieties.
Production philosophy
Showcase the potential of Sulcis by combining local tradition with modern winemaking techniques; focusing on vineyard selection, controlled winemaking and aging in wood to produce wines of character and international standing.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in Basso Sulcis, with vineyards in the localities of Barrua and Narcao near Santadi and Narcao. Soils are described as sandy and calcareous, with a strong maritime influence.
Awards and recognition
The winery reports having received numerous national and international awards since 2002; its wines regularly appear in specialist guides and reviews.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Carignano (Carignan)
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
- Vermentino
- Chardonnay
- Hectares
- 170.0
What makes it distinctive
- Foundation and project led by Giacomo Tachis, with Tenuta San Guido and Cantina di Santadi.
- Vineyards at the Barrua and Narcao estates in Basso Sulcis
- Main wines: Barrua, Montessu and Samas – IGT Isola dei Nuraghi
- Widespread use of French oak barriques and oak aging for the red wines.
- Strong focus on Carignano as the region's signature grape.
