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 |