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Graticciaia

Salento Negroamaro

The Vallone Graticciaia is a captivating red wine hailing from the sun-drenched region of Salento, where the warm Mediterranean climate fosters the rich flavors of the Negroamaro varietal. This full-bodied wine presents a stunning deep ruby hue, inviting you to explore its complex profile. With a high acidity that brings brightness to every sip, the Graticciaia showcases a prominent fruit intensity filled with luscious dark fruit notes, such as ripe blackberries and plums, harmoniously intertwined with hints of spice and earthiness. The tannins are structured yet well-integrated, providing a firm backbone that enhances the overall mouthfeel without overpowering the palate. This exciting wine is dry, making it incredibly versatile for food pairings or enjoyable on its own, embodying the essence of its cherished terroir.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Tobacco

Tobacco

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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