Area of production:
Copertino, Monteroni, Arnesano, San Pietro in Lama, Carmiano – Puglia
Soil:
Chalky-clay
Cultivation:
Low tree-like vines
Grape variety used:
70% Negramaro
30% Montepulciano
Climate:
Mild winters with very dry springs and summers
Harvest:
Manual harvest a few days after grapes are ripe
Wine making:
Traditional soaking for 30 - 45 days and fermentation of the must at controlled temperature
Ageing:
6 months in French and Russian barrels and 6 months in bottles
Colour:
Ruby-red
Bouquet:
Clean, generous and full-bodied
Alcoholic strength:
14,00:
Recommended temperature:
18°C
Recommended glass:
First decant and then serve in a large bowl-shaped glass
Storage time:
Five years, if the wine is stored in appropriate cellars