Ratings
JS 90.
Identity
| Producer | Vigneti del Salento |
| Year | 2021 |
| Vol | 1.5 |
| Classification | DOP |
| Grapes | 100% Primitivo |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | ruby red with violet hues. |
| Aroma | intense aromas of red cherries, blackberries, spices, leather, licorice, cinnamon, juniper, vanilla, subtle smoky undertones. |
| Palate | rich and velvety texture, generous soft tannins, fruity sweetness, medium+ body, medium complexity, pronounced flavors, long multi-faceted finish. |
| Finish | long, multi-faceted finish with hints of oak spice and savory nuances. |
| Food Pairing | red meat, medium-seasoned cheeses, beef, pasta, lamb. |
| Serving Temp | 16-18°C |
| Aging Potential | 5-7 years. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Sugar (g/l) | approx 10 g/L residual sugar. |
| Aging Process | 6 months in second and third use French and American oak barriques. |
| Fermentation | Vinification method chosen by oenologist Filippo Baccalaro, typical for flagship wines. |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 70-100. |
| Soil | red calcareous clay, rich in iron, minerals and nutrients. |
| Vine Age | 30 |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes sourced from low yielding old bush vines in Manduria and Sava communes. |
Interesting facts
| Produced by Vigneti del Salento, part of the Farnese group, with winemaker Filippo Baccalaro as oenologist. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork. |