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Negroamaro Cabernet Sauvignon Igt Salento Red Wine

2005 Salento Negroamaro, Cabernet Sauvignon

L'astore Masseria Negroamaro Cabernet Sauvignon Igt Salento Red Wine is a captivating blend that showcases the rich heritage of the Salento region in Italy. This 2005 vintage presents a deep ruby hue, inviting you to explore its complex character. On the nose, it offers an array of enticing aromas, including luscious dark fruit, hints of spices, and subtle earthy undertones that reflect the region's unique terroir. The palate is well-structured, with firm tannins that provide a delightful backbone, while the balanced acidity enhances the wine's freshness. With its prominent fruit intensity, this red wine is both bold and approachable, making it a fantastic companion for a variety of culinary delights or simply enjoyable on its own. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lasting impression of the warmth and vibrancy that is quintessentially Salento.

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

Pairs well with:


Braised Lamb Shanks, Grilled Lamb, Braised Pork

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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