Monte Dei Cocci

Salento Primitivo

The Tenute Girolamo Monte Dei Cocci is a full-bodied, vibrant red wine hailing from the renowned Salento region. Crafted primarily from the Primitivo grape, this wine exudes rich fruit flavors with a captivating intensity that lingers on the palate. The wine showcases a perfect balance of tannins and acidity, making it a delightful choice for those who appreciate bold and robust red wines. The depth of character and depth in flavor profile truly exemplifies the essence of Salento winemaking traditions in every sip.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Barbecued Ribs, Barbecue Chicken, BBQ Pork Ribs

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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