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Aiace Riserva

2007 Salice Salentino 80% Negroamaro, 20% Malvasia Nera

The Castello Monaci Aiace Riserva from the Salice Salentino region is an exquisite expression of Italian winemaking, showcasing a harmonious blend of eighty percent Negroamaro and twenty percent Malvasia Nera. This captivating red wine offers a full-bodied experience that envelops the palate, delivering a richness that speaks to its carefully crafted character. Its acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing balance to the wine’s inherent depth. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing notes of dark cherry, ripe plum, and subtle hints of spice that delight the senses. The tannins are notable, offering a firm structure that contributes to the wine's aging potential while ensuring a smooth and satisfying finish. As a dry wine, the Castello Monaci Aiace Riserva stands out as a remarkable choice for those seeking to explore the robust flavors of Southern Italy.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

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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