Production area: San Pancrazio Salentino, Puglia
Soil: medium mixture of limestone, clay and silica
Altitude: 65 mt. a.s.l. (above sea level)
Training: espalier, 4.500 plants per hectare
Vineyards age: 30 years
Grape variety: 100% Negroamaro
Harvest: second half of September
Production per hectare: 9 tons
Vini¬cation: after destemming and pressing of grapes, the must macerates with skins contact for 12 days. Thermo-controlled alcoholic fermentation at 20 - 22 °C
Ageing: 6 months in medium toasting French barriques
Colour: deep red with violet shades
Bouquet: intense and persistent aroma of red-berries, jam, toasting and liquorice aroma
Taste: full-bodied, excellent balance between softness and alcohol content. A robust and deep structure wine with soft tannins
Serving temperature: 18°-20°C
Alcohol content: 14% vol
Pairings: mediterranean and spicy cuisine, cold cuts, first courses, roasts, game, aged cheeses