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Puer Apuliae wine — Rivera winery — Dionysus

Puer Apuliae

di Rivera · Puglia, Italy

DenominazioneCastel del MonteDOC
TipologiaRossi
UveNero di Troia
Alcohol13.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDark
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at18 °C
Keeps for12–15 years
Bottled in0.75 l
RiveraPuglia, Italy

Questo vino

Grapes

Made from an almost forgotten clone of Nero di Troia, a native black grape associated with central Apulia.

Vinification

Produced using modern vinification methods.

Ageing

Matured in new barriques.

Tasting profile

Typical aromas of violets and star anise lead to a rich palate with ample character.

Label / history

The name Puer Apuliae, meaning “Son of Apulia,” was given to Frederick II of Swabia, the 13th-century Holy Roman Emperor. It refers to his connection with Apulia, where he built his summer residence, Castel del Monte.