Magiterra – Primitivo di Manduria DOC Riserva

Grape variety: Primitivo

Vines age: 40 years old

Production area: the Primitivo di Manduria D.O.C. area, provinces of Taranto and Brindisi. Very red soil rich in iron oxides upon a layer of calcareous rock.

Vinification: collection by hand of slightly overripe grapes, de-stemming and crushing, skin contact at controlled temperature for 10-12 days with regular pumping overs. Draining off and malolactic fermentation in stainless-steel tanks.

Ageing: in used French oak barriques for 24 months

Tasting notes: garnet red color; complex bouquet of fruit in alcohol, plum jam and dried figs with almonds; round, full, well-balanced. Long aftertaste.

Best served with: a meditation wine; ideal with grilled meat, seasoned cheese, hard cheese with honey or jam.

Serving temperature: 18°C.

Alcohol level: 14,50%vol.