Primitivo Salento Red IGP Wine

Primitivo Red Wine Salento IGP Lucarella
The Intense Heart of Salento in a Bottle

Vino Primitivo Rosso Salento IGP is an extraordinary interpretation of one of the most iconic and representative grape varieties of Puglia. This wine has its roots in the warm and sunny lands of Salento, where the Mediterranean climate and the rich and fertile soil create the ideal conditions for the cultivation of Primitivo grapes of the highest quality. With its strong character, Primitivo Rosso Salento IGP is a wine that is always appreciated for its intensity, its balance and its ability to enhance every convivial occasion with elegance and authenticity.

Organoleptic Characteristics:

• Color: Primitivo Rosso Salento IGP has an intense ruby ​​red color, enriched by violet reflections that express its youth and freshness. Its deep color is a sign of a rich wine, which promises intensity and structure on the palate.

• Aroma: The aromatic bouquet of this wine is broad and enveloping. Notes of ripe red fruits such as cherry and plum are perceived, accompanied by hints of sweet spices, such as vanilla and black pepper. The slightly toasted notes blend perfectly with the fruitiness, creating a complex and inviting aroma.

• Taste: On the palate, Primitivo Rosso Salento IGP is full-bodied and velvety, with soft and well-balanced tannins. The intense flavor of ripe fruit blends with a light spiciness and a hint of chocolate, creating a tasting experience that evolves pleasantly into a long and harmonious finish. Its powerful, yet balanced structure makes it an ideal wine to be enjoyed alone or paired with rich dishes.

Pairings and Uses:

Primitivo Rosso Salento IGP is a versatile wine, perfect for a variety of Mediterranean dishes. Thanks to its structure and aromatic profile, it pairs beautifully with rich and tasty preparations, but also with more delicate dishes that can enhance its character without overpowering it.

Recommended pairings:

• Red meats and roasts: The power and structure of this Primitivo pairs perfectly with grilled red meats, roasts and braised meats. Perfect with rich dishes such as meat stews and roast lamb.

• Mature Cheeses: The wine pairs beautifully with mature and stretched curd cheeses, such as pecorino or caciocavallo, where its firm body balances the cheeses' savouriness.

• Rich pasta and risottos: Also perfect with pasta dishes with ragù, lasagna, risotto with mushrooms or dishes based on complex sauces, where its robust structure is able to balance the richness of the seasoning.

Production Method:

Primitivo Rosso Salento IGP is obtained from selected Primitivo grapes, harvested manually in the vineyards located in the most suitable area of ​​Salento, where the warm climate and clayey soil contribute to a high concentration of sugars and aromas. The grapes are vinified using the traditional method, with maceration at a controlled temperature to extract the maximum organoleptic qualities. Fermentation takes place in steel, followed by a period of 1 year in Ceramica (Capasone) which gives the wine greater complexity and refinement.

Serving temperature: To enjoy it at its best, we recommend serving it at a temperature of 14°-18°C .

Back to SHOP