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Primitivo

2021 Puglia Zinfandel

The Tenuta Viglione Primitivo from the 2021 vintage hails from the renowned winegrowing region of Puglia, Italy. This delightful red wine showcases a medium-bodied profile, offering a beautiful balance of flavor and structure. Its acidity is bright, which perfectly complements the prominent fruit intensity characterized by ripe blackberries and juicy plums, evoking the essence of the southern Italian terroir. The tannins are soft and approachable, enhancing the wine's smooth mouthfeel while supporting its rich fruit flavors. It is crafted to be dry, allowing a clean and refreshing finish that invites another sip. This Primitivo is an excellent choice for those looking to explore the luxurious fruit-forward style of Zinfandel from this vibrant region.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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