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Il Granduca

Salice Salentino Red Blend

Il Granduca is an enticing red blend hailing from the renowned Salice Salentino region, celebrated for its unique terroir that boasts ideal conditions for grape growing. This wine showcases a deep garnet color, captivating the eye and hinting at its richness. On the palate, it exhibits a full-bodied character, perfectly complemented by its high acidity, which provides a refreshing lift and mouthwatering profile. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring luscious notes of dark berries, cherries, and plums, which intertwine beautifully with subtle hints of spice and earthiness. This blend possesses a firm tannin structure that adds depth and complexity, making it a delightful companion to hearty dishes. The wine finishes dry, leaving a lasting impression that calls for another sip.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

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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