Primitivo 'Since 1913' Torrevento

Puglia IGT • Puglia • Torrevento
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Torrevento
Region
Puglia
Denomination
Puglia IGT
Alcohol
14.5%
Vinification
Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with skin maceration
Aging
10 months in stainless steel tanks and 6 in barrique
Grape varieties
Primitivo 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Hailing from Puglia, this wine offers an authentic taste of the local terroir. With 14.5% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Primitivo 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The palate shows depth and structure, with a finish that lingers pleasantly. The fruit is sourced from vineyards alberello vines on clayey soils of medium texture. Vinification: fermentation in stainless steel tanks with skin maceration. The wine is aged 10 months in stainless steel tanks and 6 in barrique. A wine showing the sun-drenched warmth typical of Puglia's Mediterranean climate.

Food Pairings

Wild mushroom risotto
Grilled red meats and game
Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
Mature pecorino cheese
Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
Braised lamb with herbs

About Puglia Wine Region

Puglia, Italy's sun-drenched heel, produces generous, full-bodied wines from ancient vines.

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