Primitivo di Manduria DOC Riserva 2020 Notte Rossa

What kind of wine is it

The Primitivo di Manduria Riserva from Notte Rossa is a red wine made exclusively from Primitivo grapes grown in the classic area of the denomination, in the province of Taranto. The style is full, smooth, and structured, characterized by a mature aromatic profile and a persistent taste texture. Vinification includes skin maceration and temperature-controlled fermentation with indigenous yeasts, followed by a lengthy ageing in oak barriques. These technical choices enhance the complexity and expressive clarity, offering an intense taste profile that faithfully reflects the grape’s distinctive characteristics.

Where it comes from

The grapes come from selected old vines located in the municipalities of San Marzano and Sava, within the historical area of Primitivo di Manduria. The vineyards are rooted in soils featuring red earth rich in iron oxide, a distinctive element of this Apulian territory. Significant temperature shifts favor a regular development of the grapes and contribute to concentration and aromatic ripeness, defining a broad flavor impression consistent with the style of a riserva. This geographical setting binds the wine to a landscape renowned for remarkable color intensity and great aromatic richness.

How it is produced

This red comes from grapes harvested in the second half of September, once full ripeness is reached. Vinification continues with a skin maceration involving almost all the mass, allowing for the extraction of color, phenolic substances, and aromatic components. Alcoholic fermentation starts with indigenous yeasts at a controlled temperature to preserve aroma precision. Maturation lasts eighteen months in French and American oak barriques, a crucial stage that lends roundness, complexity, and a spiced and toasted finish.

Tasting notes

In the glass, the wine displays an intense ruby red color, marked by a deep and concentrated hue. The bouquet is rich and complex, showing pleasing fruity aromas of plum and cherry preserves, elegantly enveloped by refined tobacco notes. On the palate, it is full-bodied and smooth, offering a broad progression and a balance that supports its long persistence. The tasting experience closes with a satisfying, structured finish, highlighted by distinctive hints of coffee, cocoa, and vanilla.

Food pairings

This wine pairs well with game and red meats in general, enhancing flavorful preparations and cooking methods that bring out succulence and intensity. It is particularly well suited for roasts and braised dishes and supports hearty meals where a robust, smooth red is required. It is also highly appreciated as a meditation wine, to be enjoyed alone at the end of a meal.

When to serve

This bottle is ideal when you want to bring an intense and structured red to the table, especially appropriate for important lunches and dinners centered around meat dishes. It is also highly enjoyable after dinner, thanks to its characteristic softness that makes it perfect for a slow, relaxed tasting. The careful ageing in wood reinforces its complexity and allows for further cellar evolution, maintaining a rich, consistent profile. Poured with due care, it guarantees an enveloping sensory experience, blending the warmth of ripe fruit with delicately toasted nuances.