Primitivo di Manduria DOC - 2016

This classic Primitivo hails from the sun-soaked southern Italian region of Puglia and is meticulously crafted from 40-50 year-old vines rooted in the region's characteristic "terra rossa" or "red earth" soils. In this hot and arid climate, the vines thrive, intensifying the flavors in the grapes and ensuring optimal ripeness. The must undergoes vinification in stainless steel tanks, featuring a prolonged maceration on the skins to capture the authentic character of the grape. Following this process, the young wine matures for 11 months in steel vats, followed by an additional 15 months in oak barrels.

The result is a powerful, full-bodied red wine that embodies the rich dark fruit character expected from the depths of southern Italy. Pouring into the glass with a magnificent dark red hue, the wine entices with intense aromas of black cherry, bitter chocolate, vanilla, and cigar box. Upon the first sip, a firm structure is revealed, promising a wine that will respond well to extended cellaring. Well-developed tannins contribute to the overall robustness, complemented by strong dark berry flavors.