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Il Gladiatore

2015 Salento Negroamaro

Marchesi Del Salento Il Gladiatore is a captivating red wine that showcases the rich character of its varietal, Negroamaro, from the renowned Salento region. This 2015 vintage boasts a full-bodied profile with a medium to high acidity that lends a refreshing brightness to its deep and resonant flavors. The wine reveals prominent fruit intensity, offering luscious notes of dark cherry and ripe plum, complemented by subtle hints of spices and earthy undertones. Tannins are notable yet smooth, providing a well-structured mouthfeel that enhances the overall experience. Hints of herbal and floral nuances emerge, adding complexity to this delightful, dry wine, making it an excellent companion to hearty meats and rich pasta dishes.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:


Barbecued Ribs, Lasagna, BBQ Pork Ribs

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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