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1861 Selezione Primitivo

2010 Salento Zinfandel

The 1861 Selezione Primitivo from Salento is a captivating red wine that delights the senses with its robust character. This vintage showcases a full-bodied structure that perfectly balances its vibrant acidity, making every sip refreshing and invigorating. The fruit intensity is prominent, with lush notes of dark cherry and ripe blackberry that dance playfully on the palate. Additionally, the tannins are notable yet smooth, providing a pleasing texture that enhances the wine's overall richness. Enjoy it in good company, as its easygoing nature makes it a fantastic accompaniment to hearty dishes or a cozy evening by the fire.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Roasted Pork, Char-grilled Lamb Chops with Fig Sauce

Region:


Puglia
Puglia

The heel of Italy's "boot," sunny Puglia (the "g" is silent), is famed for its olive oils, almonds and of course, its rich, full-bodied wines. Although dry and intensely hot in the summer, Puglia has coastlines on three sides, providing cool Mediterranean breezes to alleviate the daytime heat. Primitivo (known in the US as Zinfandel) does well here, with other popular red varieties including Sangiovese and Negroamaro. But it is not all about reds in Puglia: the local Fiano grape produces gloriously nutty, tropical-flavored white, while Falanghina makes intensely fruity wines with citrus blossom notes.

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