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Calura

2008 Salento Negroamaro

Cantine Baldassarre Calura is a remarkable 2008 Negroamaro hailing from the picturesque region of Salento. This delightful red wine showcases a full-bodied structure, offering a sumptuous mouthfeel that envelops the palate in richness. Its high acidity brings a refreshing vibrancy, balancing the deep fruit intensity that prominently features dark cherry and ripe plum notes, with subtle hints of spice adding complexity. The tannins are notably firm, providing a solid backbone while enhancing the wine's structure and aging potential. This wine is a beautifully crafted expression of the Salento terroir, perfect for pairing with hearty Italian dishes or savoring on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

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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