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Salice Salentino

2005 Salice Salentino Red Blend

Rocca Salice Salentino from the celebrated Salice Salentino region is a remarkable red blend showcasing the rich tradition of southern Italian winemaking. This vintage, hailing from 2005, captivates with its deep ruby color, hinting at the layered flavors within. The wine presents a medium body, complemented by a medium acidity that lends it a delightful freshness. Its fruit intensity is prominent, revealing notes of dark cherry and plum, while subtle earthy undertones add depth to the palate. The tannins are notable yet smooth, creating a well-structured experience that lingers pleasantly. This wine is dry, making it an excellent companion for hearty dishes and savory cuisines, elevating every dining occasion with its enchanting character.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


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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