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% Primitivo
Harvest: first decade of September
Production per hectare: 9 tons
Vini¬cation: after destemming of grapes, the must macerates with skin contact for 10 days. Thermo-controlled alcoholic fermentation at 20-22 °C
Ageing: 6 months in medium toasting French barriques
Colour: deep red with violet shades
Bouquet: a rich aroma, persistent fruity scent that recalls plum, cherry and marasca. Vanilla and spices on the final
Taste: full-bodied, soft and mellow, silky tannins and fruity notes give a long and pleasant taste
Serving temperature: 18°-20°C
Alcohol content: 14% vol
Pairings: first courses, cold cuts, roasts, game, aged cheeses and dried fruits