Area of production:
Salento – Puglia
Soil:
Chalky-clay
Cultivation: Low tree-like vines
Grape variety used:
100% Primitivo
Climate:
Mild winters with very dry springs and summers
Harvest:
Manual harvest when grapes are fully ripe
Wine making:
Traditional soaking for 30 - 45 days followed by fermentation of the must at controlled temperature.
Ageing:
1 year in American barrels and 1 year in bottles
Colour:
Ruby-red with burgundy flashes
Bouquet:
Very typical and delicate
Alcoholic strength:
14.50%.
Recommended temperature:
18°C
Recommended glass:
First decant and then serve in a large bowl-shaped glass
Storage time:
Many years, if the wine is stored in appropriate cellars.