Leone de Castris Villa Santera Primitivo di Manduria DOC

Origin: Salice Salentino, Lecce, Puglia, Italy

Grape Variety: 100% Primitivo

Color: Intense ruby red with violet reflections

Bouquet: Intense and complex, with predominant notes of ripe red fruit such as black cherry and blackberry, enriched by hints of vanilla, cocoa, and sweet spices, evoking a pleasant balsamic finish.

Palate: Full-bodied and enveloping, it features a soft and velvety tannic structure, with natural sweetness and marked persistence. Flavors of ripe plum and brandied cherry emerge on the palate, accompanied by a light touch of dark chocolate and licorice that enrich the complexity of the long and harmonious finish.

Alcohol content: 14.5%

Serving temperature: 16-18°C

Pairings: Ideal with grilled red meats, roasts, game, and structured dishes. It also pairs perfectly with aged cheeses, cured meats, and traditional Puglian dishes such as orecchiette with ragù, baked lamb, and game.

Terroir: The Primitivo vines grow on clayey and calcareous soils in the Manduria area, which ensure excellent drainage and give the wine a distinctive minerality. The Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot, sunny summers and dry winds, favors optimal grape ripening, giving the wine an intense aromatic concentration.

Vinification: The harvest is carried out by hand with careful selection of the bunches. After a traditional fermentation at a controlled temperature, the wine ages for several months in oak barrels, giving roundness and depth to the aromatic and tannic profile.

Description: The 2022 Villa Santera Primitivo di Manduria DOC by Leone de Castris is a rich and enveloping expression of the Puglian terroir, characterized by a balanced fusion of fruit and spicy notes that reflect the tradition and passion of the winery. This powerful and generous wine captivates with its warmth and soft structure, offering a satisfying tasting experience, perfect for those who appreciate intense, long-lasting wines.

Classification: DOC

Type: Red Wine

Allergens: Contains sulfites

Awards and scores: The 2022 Villa Santera Primitivo di Manduria DOC by Leone de Castris has received high scores for its quality. Specifically, the 2024 Falstaff guide awarded it 92 points for its aromatic profile of dark cherry, dark chocolate, and eucalyptus, highlighting good structure and slightly drying tannins that provide intensity and persistence.

Philosophy: Integrated production

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