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Aiace

Salice Salentino 80% Negroamaro And 20% Malvasia Nera Di Lecce

Castello Monaci Aiace, hailing from the celebrated Salice Salentino region, is a captivating blend of 80 percent Negroamaro and 20 percent Malvasia Nera di Lecce. This exquisite red wine offers a rich and full-bodied experience that embodies the warmth and vibrancy of southern Italy. Its deep ruby hue invites you to explore layers of dark fruit, where black cherry and plum intermingle with subtle hints of spices and earthy undertones. The wine's lively acidity enhances the fruit intensity, making each sip mouthwatering and refreshing. Gentle yet structured tannins provide a well-rounded and elegant finish, ensuring that this wine is both sophisticated and approachable. A true testament to the exceptional quality and tradition of Salice Salentino, Castello Monaci Aiace is a perfect choice for those seeking a robust and harmonious red wine.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

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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