Questo vino
Vineyard and terroir
Vereto takes its name from the Negroamaro vineyard at Tenuta Iore in San Pancrazio Salentino, in the province of Brindisi. The 30-hectare vineyard has a north–south orientation and limestone-clay soils. Vines are trained as traditional bush vines and bilateral spurred cordons, with average production of 1.5 kg per plant.
Grapes
100% Negroamaro.
Vinification
Harvest takes place during the second ten days of September and combines manual and mechanical picking. Fermentation proceeds under controlled temperature for 7–10 days, followed by a brief post-fermentation maceration. Malolactic fermentation begins spontaneously after alcoholic fermentation.
Ageing
The wine matures first in stainless-steel tanks, then spends 6–8 months in 50 hL Slavonian oak barrels and approximately 12 months in cement vats. Bottle ageing lasts a further 6–8 months.
Technical data
- Classification: Salice Salentino D.O.P. Riserva
- Alcohol: 13.5% vol.
- Vineyard area: 30 ha
- Average production per vine: 1.5 kg
- Training systems: bush vine and bilateral spurred cordon
Tasting profile
The colour is an intense, deep and vivid ruby red with violet reflections. The nose is strongly fruit-driven, complemented by spicy and balsamic nuances. On the palate it is substantial, balanced and soft, with silky tannins and a medium-length finish.
Serving and pairing
Pair with roasted meats, poultry, game and other robust dishes.
Label / history
The name Vereto identifies the Negroamaro vineyard at Tenuta Iore. The wine belongs to the DOC Riserva collection, devoted to the area's representative controlled designations and conceived around an extended maturation journey.
