About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
Produced at Masseria La Rosa del Salice in Salento, Puglia, from vines rooted in clay mixed with crushed limestone. Yield is 10 tonnes of grapes per hectare, equivalent to 70 hl of wine.
Grapes
100% Primitivo del Salento.
Vinification
Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations are conducted at controlled temperature using innovative techniques.
Ageing
The wine matures for 8 months in large oak barrels and a further 4 months in stainless steel, followed by refinement in bottle before release.
Technical data
Primitivo del Salento IGT. Harvest begins in early September. Alcohol is 13.5% vol.
Tasting profile
Intense ruby red. The aromatic profile combines black-fruit preserves—especially plum and blueberry—with delicate iris notes. The palate has ample volume, subtle sweet impressions, personality and character, while retaining an approachable, easy-drinking style.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 18–20°C with grilled meat, roasted feathered game, or piquant and matured cheeses.
