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Primitivo Salento 1861 Selezione

2010 Salento Zinfandel

The 1861 Selezione Primitivo Salento is a captivating red wine that beautifully exemplifies the rich heritage of the Salento region. This vintage, crafted from Zinfandel grapes, showcases a full-bodied character complemented by robust tannins that lend a firm structure. Its acidity is bright and lively, creating a mouthwatering sensation that enhances its fruit intensity, which is pronounced with enticing notes of dark berries and ripe plums. The wine is dry, making it a versatile choice for food pairings, and its overall profile reflects a delightful balance between strength and elegance. With each sip, the 1861 Selezione transports you to the sun-drenched vineyards of Salento, capturing the essence of this beautiful Italian terroir.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Plum

Plum

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

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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