{"product_id":"primitivo-igt-salento-per-lui-in-cassetta-di-legno-rossi-leone-de-castris","title":"PER LUI Salento IGT Primitivo in a wooden crate by Rossi Leone de Castris","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salento, Puglia, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primitivo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense ruby red with violet reflections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBouquet:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the nose, it presents a complex and enveloping bouquet, in which notes of ripe red fruit such as cherry, blackberry, and plum stand out. Hints of sweet spices, vanilla, and cocoa are also perceived, along with light nuances of tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the palate, it is rich and velvety, with a full-bodied structure and excellent concentration of flavors. The tannins are well integrated and provide a sensation of softness, while the natural freshness of the Primitivo balances the wine's structure. Notes of red fruit and a touch of spice persist, enriching the long and lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16\/18° C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal with grilled red meats, roasts, game, and aged cheeses. It is also perfect with mushroom-based dishes and wild boar ragù, as well as typical Apulian cuisine dishes, such as orecchiette with meat sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerroir:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Primitivo vines used for this wine are grown in the heart of Salento, on mixed clay-limestone soils. The hot and dry climate, typical of the area, with significant temperature variations between day and night, contributes to the aromatic concentration of the grapes and the complexity of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e The grapes are harvested by hand. After soft pressing, the must ferments at a controlled temperature to best extract the aromas and tannins. Subsequently, the wine ages in oak barrels for approximately 12 months, bestowing greater complexity to the aromatic profile and roundness to the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2019 Primitivo IGT Salento PER LUI by Leone de Castris represents a refined expression of the Primitivo grape. With its powerful structure and aromatic profile, it is a wine designed for those seeking depth and warmth in a full-bodied red. The aging in wood enhances the tannins and gives the wine notes of sweet spices, making it suitable for long aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e IGT Salento\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains sulphites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards and scores:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2019 Primitivo IGT Salento PER LUI by Leone de Castris has received several significant accolades for its excellence: Luca Maroni 2023: 93 points, a score that testifies to the quality and complexity of this wine. Vinoway Selection 2024: 96 points and Stella Award, a recognition that highlights the wine's distinctive character and superior quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilosophy: \u003c\/strong\u003eIntegrated production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Product images are for illustrative purposes only; the label design or bottle shape may vary depending on the vintage or winery restyling. Shipment of the order is guaranteed, and purely aesthetic differences do not entitle the customer to a free return (more details on the Terms and Conditions page).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leone de Castris","offers":[{"title":"2019 \/ 5 fl oz","offer_id":55991538745692,"sku":"Primitivo-Salento-2019","price":78.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/0617\/8908\/files\/prodotti-per-lui-primitivo-leone-de-castris-vitivinicoltori-dal-1665-800x800_7894c66b-82e7-4939-bdfb-2cffd722e913.webp?v=1763363447","url":"https:\/\/www.tivinum.ch\/en\/products\/primitivo-igt-salento-per-lui-in-cassetta-di-legno-rossi-leone-de-castris","provider":"Tivinum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}