Zolla Primitivo di Manduria

Italy, Puglia, Manduria, Primitivo di Manduria DOP
Bottle
Ratings
LM 95 · JS 92
Identity
Producer Vigneti del Salento
Year 2022
Vol 0.75
Classification DOP
Grapes 100% Primitivo
Color Red
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Color Desc ruby red with violet reflections
Aroma Intense and complex aromas of red cherries, blackberries, spice, leather, vanilla, cocoa, and subtle smoky undertones
Palate Rich and velvety texture with generous tannins, opulent and intense fruitiness, soft tannins, and a fine fruity sweetness
Finish Long, multi-faceted finish with spicy, fruity, and juicy-fresh nuances and round tannins
Food Pairing beef, pasta, lamb, wild boar with honey, pasta with mushroom sauce
Serving Temp 16-18°C
Aging Potential 5-8 years
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 14.0
Aging Process 12 months in French and American oak barriques
Fermentation Vinification method chosen by chef oenologist Filippo Baccalaro, reserved for flagship wines
Terroir
Altitude (m) 70-100
Soil Fertile soils of Puglia region
Vine Age 30
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Grapes are handpicked from low yielding 'alberello' bush vines
Interesting facts
Produced by Vigneti del Salento, part of the Farnese Vini Group, known for high-quality wines in Southern Italy
Logistics
Cork natural cork