International Wine & Spirit Competition 2016 Silver
100% Primitivo Di Manduria
Destemming and soft crushing of the grapes which are partly harvested overripe. Maceration at controlled temperature of 24-25 º C for 12-14 days with periodic pumping over. Racking and malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Aging in French and American oak barrels of second passage for 12 months and sharpening in cement for the next 12 months.
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Ruby red with violet reflections.Offers a complex bouquet with notes of cherry, blackberries, black currant combined with scents of spice and vanilla, coffee and toffee. Velvety texture, soft, warm and quite tannic, with great taste and persistence. 14.0% alc
Excellent with robust first courses and lamb. Excellent with game that has been served with elaborate sauces. Also fabulous with hard cheeses.