Cabernet Primitivo - Conte di Campiano

Cabernet Primitivo - Conte di CampianoThe Cabernet Primitivo from Conte di Campiano in Apulia offers a dense, purple-red color when swirled in the glass. The nose of this red wine from Apulia impresses with nuances of plum, black cherry, morello cherry, and damson. Following the aroma further, notes of beech smoke, air-dried ham, and fireplace wood emerge. On the palate, the Conte di Campiano Cabernet Primitivo reveals an incredibly fruity flavor, which is due not least to its off-dry profile. On the tongue, this powerful red wine is characterized by an exceptionally velvety and dense texture. Thanks to its balanced acidity, the Cabernet Primitivo caresses the palate with a smooth mouthfeel, without sacrificing juicy liveliness. On the finish, this red from the Apulian wine-growing region delights with good length. Once again, hints of damson and black cherry appear. In the aftertaste, mineral notes from the limestone- and clay-dominated soils join in. Vinification of the Cabernet Primitivo from Conte di Campiano The basis for the powerful Cabernet Primitivo from Apulia is grapes from the Cabernet Sauvignon and Primitivo varieties. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in Apulia. Here, the vines drive their roots deep into soils of clay and limestone. After the grape harvest, the grapes are brought to the winery as quickly as possible. There, they are sorted and gently crushed. Fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. After fermentation is complete, the Cabernet Primitivo can continue to harmonize on the fine lees for 6 months. Food pairing for Conte di Campiano Cabernet Primitivo Enjoy this red wine from Italy ideally at a temperature of 15–18°C as an accompanying wine to pumpkin casserole, stuffed bell peppers, or cabbage rolls.