Vintages New Release – August 1 2026

Due to its strategic geographical position, Sardinia was ruled by Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Arabians, Aragonese, Genovese and Pisans before joining Italy in 1726. Similarly, Sicily was variously ruled by the Carthaginians, Romans, Byzantines, Normans, Arabians, Spanish, Aragonese and Hohenstaufen before unifying with Italy in 1861. These myriad influences are still felt today in Sardinian and Sicilian architecture, cuisine and culture.

JERZU ANTICHI BANTU CANNONAU DI SARDEGNA DOC, Sardinia, Italy “Cannonau” is the Sardinian name for Grenache and is the island’s signature red grape. This unoaked wine is juicy and ripe, with notes of blood orange, black pepper and licorice. Long, spicy finish. 94 points (Aldo Fiordelli,

jamessuckling.com) Full-bodied & Smooth 51716

(XD) 750 ml

$19.95

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