The 2014 Cannonau di Sardegna Noras is a mid-weight effort with a dark garnet color. The aromas are bright and pungent, bursting from the glass with intensity. Cassis and candied cherry make a statement, but there is more to behold as the wine warms in the glass. There is a hint of jammy fruit as well. This wine is very true to the grape and speaks to a tonic and mid-weight approach that would pair so nicely with the stewed or grilled meat dishes served in the local cuisine of this beautiful Mediterranean island.