Cannonau

Cannonau is Sardinia’s most iconic grape variety, deeply rooted in the island’s identity and winemaking culture. It produces bold, sun-drenched red wines known for their ripe fruit, spice and Mediterranean warmth. Especially in the Ogliastra region on the island’s eastern coast, Cannonau reaches remarkable levels of depth and character.

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Fruity Red Wine 2023

Cannonau di Sardegna DOC Bantu

Jerzu

Italy, Sardinia

0.75 (€11.87/)

€8.90

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BIO

Fruity Red Wine 2022

Cannonau di Sardegna DOC BIO

Olianas

Italy, Sardinia

0.75 (€19.87/)

€14.90

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BIO

Fruity Red Wine 2021

Cannonau di Sardegna DOC BIO

Le Anfore di Elena Casadei

Italy

0.75 (€34.67/)

€26.00

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Fruity Red Wine 2021

Cannonau di Sardegna DOC Marghia

Jerzu

Italy, Sardinia

0.75 (€14.53/)

€10.90

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BIO

Fruity, Full-bodied Red Wine 2022

Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva DOC BIO

Olianas

Italy, Sardinia

0.75 (€32.00/)

€24.00

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Fruity, Multi-layered, Full-bodie... Red Wine 2021

Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva DOC Dimonios

Sella & Mosca

Italy, Sardinia

0.75 (€23.60/)

€17.70

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Fruity Red Wine 2020

Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva DOC Josto Miglior

Jerzu

Italy, Sardinia

0.75 (€42.00/)

€31.50

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Cannonau

Sardinia’s legendary red grape, full of strength, heritage and Mediterranean soul

Cannonau is widely regarded as the most important native red grape of Sardinia, and a Mediterranean expression of Grenache with a strong local identity. While its historical origins may trace back to Spain or France, it is in Sardinia – particularly in the Ogliastra region – where Cannonau finds its most distinctive voice. Grown on sun-exposed, mineral-rich soils shaped by sea breezes, it yields bold, characterful wines with real depth.

Typical flavor profiles include ripe red berries, spices, herbal notes, and occasionally a hint of balsamic or earthy undertones. The palate is full-bodied and round, with soft tannins, good structure and balanced persistence. Cannonau wines can be enjoyed young or aged in oak for added complexity.

A classic example is the Cannonau di Sardegna DOC “Bantu” from Cantina di Jerzu, a smooth, fruit-forward wine with immediate appeal. More structured and layered is the “Marghia”, also by Jerzu, offering notes of dark fruit, Mediterranean herbs and a savory touch. For a more evolved and age-worthy expression, the Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva DOC “Dimonios” by Sella & Mosca delivers elegance, intensity and refined spiciness.

Cannonau remains a proud symbol of Sardinian red winemaking – powerful, authentic, and deeply rooted in centuries of tradition.