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Salice Salentino

Salice Salentino Negroamaro, Malvasia

Ionis Salice Salentino is a captivating red wine from the Salice Salentino region, showcasing a harmonious blend of Negroamaro and Malvasia grapes. This medium-bodied wine delights the palate with its vibrant acidity, creating a fresh and invigorating experience. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious notes of dark berries and hints of plums, complemented by subtle undertones of herbs and spices. Tannins are well-integrated, providing a soft structure that enhances the wine's overall elegance. With its dry profile, Ionis Salice Salentino is an excellent choice for pairing with hearty Italian dishes or enjoying on its own for a delightful evening. This wine beautifully embodies the rich terroir of its region, making it a true gem that deserves to be explored.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

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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