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Aiace

2011 Salice Salentino 80% Negroamaro And 20% Malvasia Nera Di Lecce

The Castello Monaci Aiace is a captivating red wine from the Salice Salentino region, showcasing a harmonious blend of eighty percent Negroamaro and twenty percent Malvasia Nera di Lecce. This exquisite vintage from two thousand eleven displays a deep, ruby hue that entices the eye. On the palate, it offers a medium-full body that is both rich and velvety, complemented by vibrant acidity that adds a refreshing lift. The wine’s fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious notes of dark berries and plum, intertwining beautifully with subtle herbal undertones. Tannins are well-structured yet soft, providing a balanced finish that lingers delightfully. With its dry profile, the Castello Monaci Aiace stands out as a superb choice for pairing with hearty Italian dishes or savoring on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Brown Fig

Brown Fig

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb

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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