Retro

Salento Primitivo

Lapoccio Retro is a captivating red wine hailing from the sun-soaked region of Salento. Crafted from the Primitivo grape, this wine offers a rich and full body that envelops the palate with luscious fruit flavors. The acidity is perfectly balanced, adding a refreshing brightness to each sip. Tannins are notable, providing structure and depth to the wine. Lapoccio Retro showcases a vibrant red color in the glass, hinting at the bold and robust character within. This wine is elegantly dry, making it a versatile and food-friendly option for any occasion.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Plum

Black Pepper

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, Lamb Chops, 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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