Pinataro - Negroamaro

Production Area:
Apulia, northern area of Salento, 250-350 m above the sea level

Land:
Clay and calcareous of medium mixture

Grape variety:
Negroamaro

Age of vineyards:
15-30 years

Cultivationi system:
Espalier with guyot pruning

Per hectare production:
4500 plants per hectare

Vinification:
Destemming of grapes and maceration at 4/5° C for 36 hours. Alcoholic fermentation at a controlled temperature of 24-26°C and racking 13 days after the end of fermentation. Soft pressing of marcs.

Ageing:
After the malolactic fermentation in inox silo the wine ages in French durmast wood of medium toasting for 4 months. Then it is bottled and ages in the bottle.

Colour:
Intense red with ruby reflection

Fragrance/taste:
Intense and persistent with delicate notes of red fruits and spices. Soft and intense taste with pleasant scents of blueberry and blackberry, with a well balanced tannin

Alcohol Content:
13% Vol.

Wine pairing:
Perfect with roasted and baked red meats, bushmeat and seasoned cheeses. Serve at 18/20°C Decant before serving

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