The origins of Primitivo are lost in the mists of time, with traces of this grape variety being found among the Ancient Greeks and Phoenicians.i. Now one of Apulia's most characteristic wines, Puglia Primitivo I.G.T. Dacastello is a sensory experience in the heart of Apulia, a sunny land of winds and mirages.
GRAPE 100% Primitivo
APPELLATION I.G.T.
PRODUCTION ZONE Apulia, Italy
CLIMATE Warm, characterised by abundant rainfall all year round. The African summer winds cause significant temperature variations
VINIFICATION Ageing in steel with completion in wood for 2-4 months before bottling
ALCOHOL 13.5°
SERVING TEMPERATURE 16 -18°C
BOTTLE SIZE 0.75 L
DRINKABILITY The wine is bottled in glass and has no date of expiry. We recommend storage in a cool, dry place at a temperature between 5 and 25°C. Being a red wine, to fully appreciate its qualities, it is best drunk within 3 years
COLOUR Garnet red
BOUQUET Floral and fruity, with notes of cherry, raspberry and redcurrant
PALATE Smooth, full-bodied, balanced and persistent
PAIRING Excellent with grilled and roast meats. Ideal with lamb and mature cheeses.
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