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Alba Rosa

2008 Salice Salentino Red Blend

The Albarossa Alba Rosa is a captivating red blend from the Salice Salentino region, renowned for its robust wines. This vintage from 2008 showcases a beautiful deep red color that invites you to explore its complexities. With a medium body, the wine offers a harmonious balance that is both approachable and satisfying. The acidity is bright and lively, enhancing the overall drinking experience and making it food-friendly. Fruit intensity shines through with prominent notes of dark cherry and ripe plum, which are complemented by subtle hints of spice and earthiness. Tannins are medium, providing a gentle structure that allows the flavors to evolve on the palate without overwhelming the senses. This wine is dry, making it an excellent choice for pairing with rich dishes or enjoying on its own. The Albarossa Alba Rosa is an exquisite expression of the region’s terroir, sure to impress both casual drinkers and seasoned wine enthusiasts alike.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

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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