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Villa Valentino

2007 Salento Negroamaro

The Calosm Villa Valentino, a captivating 2007 vintage from the Salento region, showcases the expressive character of the Negroamaro varietal. This full-bodied red wine presents a lush and robust profile, offering a delightful balance of high acidity that accentuates its vibrant freshness. The fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing notes of dark cherry and ripe plum, complemented by hints of spice and earthiness that emanate from the region's unique terroir. The tannins are notably firm yet well-integrated, providing structure and depth to the wine. With its dry finish, this offering stands as a wonderful accompaniment to hearty dishes, making it a perfect choice for gatherings or cozy evenings alike.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

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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