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Sumaest Susumaniello Salento IGP wine — Sampietrana winery — Dionysus
RedSalento

Sumaest Susumaniello Salento IGP

by Sampietrana · Puglia, Italy

AppellationSalento
TypeRed
GrapesSusumaniello
Alcohol13.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at18–20 °C
Keeps for7–9 years
Bottled in0.75 l
SampietranaPuglia, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Susumaniello grows in the company's own vineyards. The plots face east and have clay-limestone soils.

Grapes

The wine is 100% Susumaniello, a native variety.

Vinification

Traditional vinification.

Ageing

The wine finishes its ageing in oak barrels.

Tasting profile

Fresh fruit flavours and a vibrant aroma. Soft yet expressive and well structured from the first sip, rich, with a very pleasant taste. The 2021 is already ready to drink.

Serving and pairing

Pairs with first courses and with main dishes featuring meat.

Label / history

The name Sumaest comes from the eastern exposure of the vineyard plots.