Description
Primitivo del Salento
Protected Designation of Origin
Its name is a reference to the very ancient metal or terracotta one-handled pitchers used for pouring wine or other beverages for domestic consumption.
Grape variety:
Primitivo di Manduria
Production zone:
Manduria (TA) and districts designated as DOC.
Harvest:
First and second ten days in September.
Alcohol by volume:
14%
Aging:
Steel and barrique
Organoleptic characteristics:
Full bodied ruby red with floral and fruity sensations; supple to the palate, fresh with a subtle tannicity and fine persistence
in bouquet.
Pairing:
Baked pastas, ragù and roasts.
Awards:
Luca Maroni 2014: 88 Points
Berliner Wein Trophy 2015: Gold medal
Guida Gambero Rosso 2015: 2 bicchieri
Gambero Rosso Wine Oscar 2015