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420

2014 Salice Salentino Red Blend

Colle Al Vento 420 is a captivating red blend from the renowned Salice Salentino region, celebrated for its rich winemaking traditions. This 2014 vintage features a beautiful deep red color that immediately draws the eye, hinting at the complexity within. On the palate, the wine reveals a harmonious balance that showcases its medium body and medium acidity, offering layers of flavor that unfold gracefully. The fruit intensity is prominent, with notes of ripe dark berries intermingling with subtle hints of spice and earthiness. The tannins are well-structured yet approachable, providing a pleasing backbone without overwhelming the senses. This delightful blend is dry, making it a fantastic choice to pair with hearty dishes or to enjoy on its own, reflecting the warmth and character of its native region.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

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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