Area of production:
Copertino, Monteroni, Arnesano, San Pietro in L., Carmiano (Puglia)
Soil:
Chalky-clay
Cultivation:
Low tree-like vines
Grape variety used:
70% Negroamaro
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 45 days and fermentation of the must in large oak casks.
Ageing:
two years in French barrels and one year in bottles.
Colour:
Ruby-red
Bouquet:
stylish, with a very particular bouquet.
Alcoholic strength:
13.5% - 14%
Recommendation:
Particularly well suited for substantial roast meat dishes
Recommended temperature:
20°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.