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Ottante Primitivo di Manduria DOP Italian Red Wine
Ottante Primitivo di Manduria DOP Italian Red Wine

Ottante Primitivo di Manduria D.O.P. – Powerful Italian Red Wine from Puglia

Price range: £20.95 through £243.30

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Overview

Ottante Primitivo di Manduria D.O.P. is a powerful Italian red wine produced by Cantine De Falco in southern Italy. It comes from the heart of Manduria in Puglia, an area known for rich, sun-driven wines. This Primitivo delivers depth, warmth and structure. Therefore, it suits UK drinkers who enjoy bold red wines with intensity and character.

Moreover, this wine reflects the Mediterranean climate clearly. It offers richness without losing balance.

Grape & Region

This wine uses 100% Primitivo, a grape that thrives in hot conditions. In Manduria, long sunny days allow the grapes to ripen fully. Meanwhile, the limestone and clay soils help retain freshness. As a result, the wine shows both power and control.

In addition, Primitivo naturally produces generous fruit flavours. This makes the wine expressive and satisfying.

Winemaking

The winery ferments the grapes under controlled temperatures. Extended skin contact extracts colour and flavour. At the same time, careful handling keeps the tannins smooth. This process builds structure without harshness.

Importantly, the winemaking focuses on clarity. The wine remains rich, yet polished.

Tasting Notes

In the glass, Ottante appears deep ruby red. On the nose, ripe black cherry and plum lead. Then, sweet spice and cocoa follow. Subtle herbal notes add complexity.

On the palate, the wine feels full-bodied and warming. Dark fruit flavours dominate at first. However, firm tannins keep the structure balanced. The finish stays long, savoury and persistent.

Food Pairing

Thanks to its structure, this Primitivo pairs well with rich dishes. For example, it works beautifully with slow-cooked beef or lamb. It also matches grilled meats and tomato-based pasta sauces. Moreover, it complements mature hard cheeses and roasted vegetables.

Overall, it performs best alongside bold flavours.

Why Buy This Wine

If you enjoy full-bodied Italian red wine, Ottante is a strong choice. It offers ripe fruit, Mediterranean warmth and confident structure. Therefore, it suits dinner parties, evening meals and gifting. Overall, it delivers classic Primitivo di Manduria character with real presence.

Vintage: 2021
ABV: 14%
Style: Full-bodied dry Italian red wine
Grape: 100% Primitivo
Region: Manduria, Puglia, Italy
Appellation: Primitivo di Manduria D.O.P.
Wine Type: Red wine

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Real questions our customers ask.
What kind of wine is Ottante Primitivo di Manduria D.O.P. and where does it come from?
Ottante Primitivo di Manduria D.O.P. is a robust red wine from the heart of Manduria in Puglia, southern Italy. Made entirely from Primitivo grapes, this wine embodies the Mediterranean sunshine and terroir of its limestone and clay soils, delivering a rich yet balanced character typical of this historic sun-soaked region.
What flavours and aromas can I expect from Ottante Primitivo di Manduria?
In the glass, Ottante shows a deep ruby red colour with intense aromas of ripe black cherry and plum, followed by hints of sweet spice, cocoa and subtle herbal notes. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and warming with dominant dark fruit flavours, alongside firm but smooth tannins that give the wine a long, savoury finish.
Which dishes pair best with Ottante Primitivo di Manduria D.O.P.?
Thanks to its bold structure and ripe fruitiness, this wine shines alongside richly flavoured dishes such as slow-cooked beef or lamb, grilled meats, and robust tomato-based pasta sauces. It also complements mature hard cheeses and roasted Mediterranean vegetables, matching the wine’s warmth and intensity perfectly.
Did you know? What makes Primitivo di Manduria distinctively powerful yet balanced?
Primitivo thrives in Manduria’s hot Mediterranean climate, where long, sunny days allow the grapes to achieve full ripeness while the local limestone and clay soils preserve freshness. The winemaking style—controlled fermentation with extended skin contact—extracts colour and flavour while maintaining smooth tannins, resulting in a wine that offers both intense richness and polished balance.