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Appassimento

Puglia Red Blend

Giordano Appassimento is an enchanting red blend hailing from the sun-kissed region of Puglia, Italy. This wine showcases a deep ruby color that hints at its rich character. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied experience, complemented by a medium level of acidity that adds a pleasant brightness to the overall profile. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious notes of ripe red berries and dark cherries, which are beautifully balanced by subtle hints of spice and a touch of earthiness. Tannins are well-structured yet elegant, providing a smooth mouthfeel that enhances its drinkability. As an off-dry wine, Giordano Appassimento makes for a delightfully approachable companion, perfect for pairing with hearty dishes or enjoying on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Flavor profile:


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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