Classification Red – IGT Salento
Grape variety Susumaniello 100%
Alcohol level 13,50% vol.
Analysis pH 3,60 – total acidity 5,80 g/l
Vineyards location Brindisi
Altitude of vineyards at sea level
Soil characteristics sandy
Training system Spurred cordon
Vines per hectare 6.000
Year of implant 2004
Yields per hectare 70 quintals
Harvest during the first days of October
Fermentation in steel tanks
Maceration for 10 days at a controlled temperature
Malolactic fermentation completely carried out
Aging in steel tanks
Bottle aging 2 months
Service temperatur: 15°-18° C

TASTING NOTES
Color intense ruby red with purple tinges.

Bouquet fragranty fresh notes of red fruit: cherries, pomegranate, raspberries and mature plums.

Taste sapid, mineral and round, with pleasantly soft tannins.

Characteristics a balanced and velvety wine, with an elegant and persistent texture; its harmony, persistence and elegance are truly enchanting. Its varietal notes stand out clearly. Food matches: Versatile and seductive, it goes well with savoury dishes such as stuffed aubergines and peppers, orecchiette with tomato sauce, risotto with porcini mushrooms. It pairs well with cold cuts, semicured cheeses and grilled meats.