Negroamaro Puglia IGP
Pure Negroamaro, native to Puglia. Inky, rustic, fragrant and earthy. A lovely accompaniment to hearty dishes. No oak aging.
Wine exported to
Bermuda, Australia, USA, Puerto Rico, Switzerland, China, New Zealand, Turks and Caicos
Most recent awards
- 2022 | James Suckling90
Grape Varieties:
100% Negroamaro
Fermentation container:
Stainless steel
Type of yeast:
Select
Malolactic fermentation:
Yes
Aging containers:
Stainless steel
Vineyard location:
The vineyards are located in different plots, from different areas of the northern side of Puglia (the Daunia area)
Soil composition:
Limestone
Vine training:
Pergola
Altitude:
100 meters (330 feet) above sea level
Vine density:
4,500 vines per hectare
Yield:
3.9-4.4 lbs per vine
Exposure:
Southeast
Years planted:
2005-2020
Time of harvest:
Late August to early September
Total yearly production (in bottles):
12,000
Tasting notes:
Ruby red color, with a bouquet that combines spices, dark fruits, and red fruits. Medium body. On the palate, the wine is gentle but with a lively and soft tannic structure.
Serving temperature:
Best served at 16-18 °C (60.8-64.4 °F).
Food pairings:
Ruby red color, with a bouquet that combines spices and red fruits. On the palate the wine is gentle but with a lively and soft tannic structure.
Aging potential:
Up to 2 years
Alcohol:
13.5%
Winemaker:
Teo D’Apolito & the Empson Family
