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Puro

2018 Puglia Zinfandel

The Michele Biancardi Puro is a delightful 2018 Zinfandel from the vibrant region of Puglia, Italy. This red wine showcases a medium body, striking a beautiful balance that is both approachable and satisfying. Its wonderful acidity is bright and lively, making it refreshingly crisp on the palate. The fruit intensity is prominent, bursting with luscious flavors of ripe blackberries and juicy cherries, enhanced by subtle notes of spice that add complexity. The tannins are soft yet present, providing a gentle backbone that complements the wine's fruit-forward character. This Zinfandel is dry, allowing the terroir of Puglia to shine through while enhancing the overall tasting experience. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with hearty dishes, Michele Biancardi Puro is sure to please with its lively and engaging profile.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

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

Pairs well with:


Barbecued Ribs, Lamb Chops, Grilled Ribs

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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