Area of production:
Salice, Veglie, Guagnano, San Pancrazio, Sandonaci – Puglia
Soil:
Chalky-clay
Cultivation:
Low tree-like vines
Grape variety used:
80% Negramaro
10% Malvasia nera di Lecce
10% Malvasia nera di Brindisi
Climate:
Mild winters with very dry springs and summers
Harvest:
Manual picking when grapes are fully ripe
Wine making:
Traditional soaking of 30-45 days followed by fermentation of the must at controlled temperature
Ageing:
6 months in French and Russian barrels and 6 month in bottles
Colour:
Ruby-red
Bouquet:
Summons up a large variety of aromas
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