Don Franco

Salento Negroamaro

The Tenuta Macchiarola Don Franco is an exquisite red wine crafted from the Negroamaro grape variety in the vibrant region of Salento. With a rich and inviting hue, this wine embodies a harmonious balance of body, acidity, fruit intensity, tannins, and dryness that create a truly captivating drinking experience. The bold flavors and aromas of this wine reflect the unique terroir of Salento, making each sip a journey through the sun-kissed vineyards of southern Italy.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Bramble

Pairs well with:

Grilled Meats, Barbecued Ribs, Lamb Chops

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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