Briaco

Salento 100% Primitivo

The Rocca Dei Mori Briaco is a luscious, full-bodied red wine made from 100% Primitivo grapes grown in the sun-kissed region of Salento. This wine boasts a deep red color that hints at the rich flavors and bold character within each sip. The Primitivo varietal lends an intense fruitiness to the wine, with notes of ripe berries and a touch of spice that provide a complex and delightful experience for the palate. The luxurious mouthfeel and velvety texture make this wine a perfect choice for those who appreciate full-bodied and fruit-forward reds.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Plum

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Barbecued Ribs, Lamb Chops, BBQ Pork Ribs

Region:

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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