Close to Lecce, in the heart of Salento, Trepuzzi is the chosen region for Primitivo; specifically the 10ha of red earth, rich in iron.
The vineyards are 30 metres above sea level and composed of deep, dry, clay soils with some tufa limestone, are cultivated in dry conditions with a naturally very low yield. Combined with the artisan method of work, the resulting grapes are characterised by an elegance and a singular structure.
Average yield from Puglia bush-trained and spurred cordon vines is 8,000kg per hectare. The bunches are handpicked early in the morning, taken to the cellar and immediately crushed. Vinification is carried out at controlled temperatures with 10 days of maceration and frequent pump-overs. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in steel tanks until the following June.
Close to Lecce, in the heart of Salento, Trepuzzi is the chosen region for Primitivo; specifically the 10ha of red earth, rich in iron.
The vineyards are 30 metres above sea level and composed of deep, dry, clay soils with some tufa limestone, are cultivated in dry conditions with a naturally very low yield. Combined with the artisan method of work, the resulting grapes are characterised by an elegance and a singular structure.
Average yield from Puglia bush-trained and spurred cordon vines is 8,000kg per hectare. The bunches are handpicked early in the morning, taken to the cellar and immediately crushed. Vinification is carried out at controlled temperatures with 10 days of maceration and frequent pump-overs. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in steel tanks until the following June.
Salento, Puglia, Italy
Grapes: Primitivo
Tasting Notes: Bright red colour; pronounced scent of ripe grapes; full, velvety flavour with great backbone.
ABV: 13.0%
Vintage: 2021
Ageing potential: 4 years
Attributes:
Closure: cork
Farming:
Sustainability info: a sustainability oriented winemaking project,
Winemaker:
Winery link
Food pairing suggestions: rich pasta and rice dishes, roast or braised red meats, game, very mature cheeses.
