Vigne Vecchie Leggenda Primitivo di Manduria - Vigneti del Salento

Vigne Vecchie Leggenda Primitivo di Manduria - Vigneti del SalentoThe Vigne Vecchie Leggenda Primitivo di Manduria from Vigneti del Salento is the flagship of the parent winery. With this red wine from Apulia, the Farnese oenologists have proven that they can provide a worthy competitor to the congenial Sessantanni Primitivo. The Leggenda Primitivo di Manduria comes into the glass with a dense ruby red color and an almost black core. The incredibly complex and spicy bouquet delights with plums, cherries and blackberries. Spicy notes of cinnamon, tobacco leaf, a little vanilla and a subtle hint of pepper complement this. On the palate, the Vigneti del Salento Vigne Vecchie Primitivo, which is also known as Leggenda, starts with lots of fruit, incredibly soft but present tannins and a subtle, pleasantly melting fruit sweetness. Spicy, fruity and juicy-fresh nuances go hand in hand. Vinification of the Vigneti del Salento Vigne Vecchie Primitivo Chef oenologist Filippo Baccalaro has grapes from vines over 70 years old at his disposal for his Vigne Vecchie. These are harvested when perfectly ripe and then fermented on the skins. The Primitivo then matures in French and American oak barriques for around 12 months before it is finally bottled. Recommendation for the Vigneti del Salento Vigne Vecchie Leggenda Enjoy this top red wine from Apulia with spicy dishes with beef or lamb, chocolatey desserts or simply on its own. Reviews and awards for the Primitivo Vigne Vecchie Berlin Wine Trophy: Gold for 2016 New Zealand International Wine Show: Trophy for Champion International Wine Show for 2015 Selection Mondiales des Vins Canada: Silver for 2015 AWC Vienna: Gold for 2013 Japan Wine Challenge: Gold for 2013 Mundus Vini: Silver for 2013 IWSC: Silver for 2012 Luca Maroni: 97 points for 2012