SALENTO VINEYARDS LEGEND PRIMITIVE DI MANDURIA OLD VINES FANTINI WINES

Grape variety: Primitivo di Manduria

Vineyards: Primitivo di Manduria is the most representative ambassador of Puglia. Our grapes are carefully selected from low-yielding "Sapling" bushes over 70 years old and grow in red soil rich in iron oxides on a layer of limestone rock. The combination of these elements creates a wine that can enrich the tasting experience beyond the most ambitious expectations.

Vinification: Harvesting of slightly off-season grapes, destemming and pressing, maceration at a controlled temperature for 10-12 days with regular pumping over. Drainage and milk fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Aging in American and French oak barriques for the following 12 months.

Sensory Characteristics: very delicate and spicy aroma, reminiscent of liquorice and black pepper, but also slightly fruity with a blackberry aroma. The flavor is full and enveloping, releasing fruity notes reminiscent of blackberries and currants. Well persistent, it will evolve further over the next 10 years

Food pairings: Perfect with appetizers and Mediterranean dishes based on aubergines or mushrooms, roasted or stewed meats.