Area of production:
Squinzano, San Pietro Vernotico, Torchiarolo, Novoli – Puglia
Soil:
Chalky-clay
Cultivation:
Low tree-like vines
Grape variety used:
70% Negramaro
10% Sangiovese
10% Malvasia nera di Lecce
10% Malvasia nera di Brindisi
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%
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.