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Riserva

2013 Salice Salentino Red Blend

La Carta Riserva is an exquisite red blend from the renowned Salice Salentino region, dating back to the 2013 vintage. Its captivating red color invites you into a world of deep and complex flavors. The wine showcases a medium body that delivers a harmonious balance between richness and approachability. With a bright acidity that energizes the palate, it offers a delightful contrast to the prominent fruit intensity that bursts forth, revealing notes of ripe berries and dark stone fruits. The tannins are notably firm yet well-integrated, providing structure and longevity to this splendid wine. Despite its depth and character, La Carta Riserva remains remarkably food-friendly, making it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes, while its dry nature ensures a refreshing finish. Each sip promises to unveil the unique terroir of Salice Salentino, enchanting wine enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

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

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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