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Falco Nero

2013 Salice Salentino Red Blend

Cantine De Falco Falco Nero is a captivating red blend from the renowned Salice Salentino region, crafted in the 2013 vintage. This wine displays a rich, deep red color that hints at its robust character. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of flavors, featuring prominent dark fruit notes complemented by subtle hints of spice and earthiness. The wine boasts a medium body that provides a smooth mouthfeel, while its moderate acidity ensures a refreshing edge that uplifts the fruitiness. Tannins are gracefully integrated, contributing to a well-structured finish that invites another sip. Overall, this delightful red blend strikes a perfect chord between richness and approachability, making it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes. Enjoy this wine with hearty pastas, grilled meats, or simply share it with friends for a memorable experience.

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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