Campo Marina Primitivo di Manduria DOP - Luccarelli

Campo Marina Primitivo di Manduria DOP - LuccarelliThe barrel-aged Campo Marina Primitivo di Manduria from the wine-growing region of Apulia has a dense color in the glass. Poured into a red wine glass, this red wine from the Old World offers wonderfully expressive aromas of raisins, mulberries, dried fruit and prunes, rounded off by further fruity nuances contributed by the barrel ageing. On the palate, the Campo Marina Primitivo di Manduria from Luccarelli starts off pleasantly dry, full-bodied and aromatic. Despite its dry taste, this red wine impresses with a delicate melt and elegantly integrated residual sweetness. The Campo Marina Primitivo di Manduria is wonderfully fresh and lively on the palate thanks to its vital fruit acidity. Vinification of the Luccarelli Campo Marina Primitivo di Manduria This wine clearly focuses on one grape variety, namely Primitivo. Only first-class grapes were used for this wonderfully powerful single-varietal wine from Luccarelli. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in Apulia. Here, the vines dig their roots deep into soils of clay and sand. After being harvested by hand, the grapes are transported to the winery as quickly as possible. Here they are selected and carefully broken up. This is followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks and small wooden barrels at controlled temperatures. The fermentation is followed by maturation on the fine lees for several months before the wine is finally bottled. Dining recommendations for Luccarelli Campo Marina Primitivo di Manduria This Italian wine is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It is perfect as an accompaniment to chickpea curry, leek tortilla or braised chicken in red wine. Awards for the Campo Marina Primitivo di Manduria from Luccarelli This wine from Primitivo di Manduria DOC (IT) has not only impressed us, but has also been awarded medals by renowned wine journalists. The ratings include the 2019 vintage Concours International de Lyon - silver for 2016