Negroamaro
With more than 11,000 hectares of vineyards in Italy, Negroamaro is a widespread grape variety in Apulia and, in particular, in Salento in the provinces of Brindisi, Taranto and Lecce. With an appearance in Italy thanks to the Greek colonization of the eighth century BC, it hides in the name a possible repetition of the term 'dark', both with the word mavro (black) and with the Latin term nigrum (black). An etymology confirmed by the dark and impenetrable red that characterizes a wine that is undoubtedly recognizable and soon widely used above all as a blending grape. Wine that brings color and that has only recently gained full consideration as a wine proposed alone or in a blend of great charm. In addition to the production of rosé wines, it is a powerful blend, capable of giving body and color while also releasing pleasant and very characteristic bitter notes. The high vigor of the vine requires radical interventions in the vineyard to limit productivity and regiment the plant. Negroamaro finds the correct amount of water needed during the vegetative phase in calcareous and clayey soils. Vinified in purity it is able to offer a wine with an impenetrable color tending to garnet. The nose dominates the red and black fruits in jam, plum, with some menthol and balsamic notes, a hint of thyme often accompanied by subtle spicy hints, leather and cocoa. Negroamaro is powerful and authentic, a true regional pride in the creation of wines with a strong personality.
The Negroamaro of Salento
When it comes to Negroamaro, references to Salento are immediate, in particular to the provinces of Brindisi, Taranto and Lecce where the vine is most widespread. The Salice Salentino DOC appellation created in 1976 also provides for the use of 90% Negroamaro grapes in the Salice Salentino DOC Negroamaro Riserva version, making this grape an ideal representative of the area's viticulture. Given the full body and consistent tannic value, this grape is also suitable for aging, giving more accentuated tertiary hints that greatly distinguish it from the young versions and usually characterized by a more marked acidity. There are currently 21 appellations in which it appears including Negroamaro di Terra d'Otranto DOC, Leverano DOC, Nardò DOC.
What is the origin of the Negroamaro grape?
In all likelihood, the origins of Negroamaro date back to the Greek colonization of the Italian peninsula during the eighth century BC.
What are the characteristics of a wine produced with Negroamaro grapes?
From the visual point of view, among the characteristics of a wine produced with Negroamaro grapes there is first of all the great chromatic intensity determined by a dark red color tending to black. On the nose the Negroamaro releases red and black fruits in jam, plum, raisins, also giving some pleasant spiciness of pepper and thyme. On the palate it is warm and compact, very enveloping with excellent structure and a recognizable tannic capacity, all characteristics that often prelude to a long finish and a complex taste.
What is the best Negroamaro based wine?
If you are looking for the best wine made from Negroamaro grapes it can certainly be of some help to know that Salice Salentino Negroamaro Riserva contains, according to the specification, a high percentage of Negroamaro which makes the blend and its organoleptic characteristics very recognizable.
Salice Salentino DOP 2024 Masseria Borgo dei Trulli
This red wine from Borgo dei Trulli is made from Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera grapes and is born in vineyards located in Apulia, in the province of Brindisi.
The grapes are harvested by hand at the end of September, to then be destemmed and vinified as a whole grape. The grapes of the two vines are fermented together in thermo-regulated steel tanks for 8–10 days. Malolactic fermentation is then induced, followed by ageing in steel for 80% of the wine, while the remaining 20% is aged in tonneaux f...
View product pageSalento IGP Negroamaro 2023 Masseria Borgo dei Trulli
Borgo dei Trulli red wine is produced from Negroamaro grapes and is born in vineyards located in the province of Taranto.
The grapes are harvested by hand at the end of September, to then be destemmed and vinified as a whole grape. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in thermo-regulated steel tanks and lasts for 8–10 days. Malolactic fermentation is then induced, followed by ageing on the yeasts in thermo-regulated steel tanks.
Ruby red in colour with purple reflections, the nose reveals aromas of ...
View product pageSalento Negroamaro IGT 2024 Notte Rossa
The Negroamaro di Notte Rossa originates from vineyards located on medium-clayey soils, located at an altitude of about 100 meters above sea level.
It is entirely obtained from Negroamaro clusters, collected between the second and third week of September. After a maceration of about 10 days at a controlled temperature, fermentation with selected yeasts begins. The wine ages in steel before being bottled.
Purple-red in color, it expresses an intense and persistent aroma of blackcurrant and wild ber...
View product pagePuglia IGT Negroamaro Radici d'Italia Terre Forti
Terre Forti's Negroamaro Radici d'Italia is an intense red wine originating from the plains and hills of Puglia, Italy. It is produced primarily with Negroamaro grapes, complemented by other local varieties. The vineyards, located at an altitude of up to 300 meters, are grown on clay soils and use training systems such as the Apulian sapling.
The harvest is done by hand in September and October. After harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and pressed using traditional methods. Fermentation takes p...
View product pageSalice Salentino DOC Talò 2021 San Marzano
Salice Salentino di San Marzano belongs to the Talò line. Born in vineyards located 100 m above sea level, on the Salento hills of Apulia.
Obtained mainly from Negroamaro grapes and from Malvasia Nera di Brindisi grapes, carefully harvested during the second half of September, this wine ferments with selected yeasts and then ages in French oak barrels for 6 months, before being bottled.
Salice Salentino Talò has a bright ruby red colour, with slight garnet sensations. On the nose, it brings a very...
View product pageSalento Negroamaro Rosato IGT 2024 Notte Rossa
The Negroamaro Rosato di Notte Rossa is born in the heart of the Salento peninsula, from vineyards arranged on medium clayey soils, at an altitude of 100 meters above sea level.
It is the fruit of Negroamaro grapes only, harvested in the middle of September. After a short maceration in contact with the skins, the must ferments at a controlled temperature and then ends with a refinement in steel.
The color is intense pink with ruby reflections. The nose opens with an intense and persistent bouquet,...
View product pagePuglia IGP Negroamaro 'Nterra 2023 PietraPura
The Negroamaro 'Nterra by PietraPura is obtained from selected grapes in the heart of Salento, a region dedicated to viticulture for centuries. The name represents the authentic expression of this indigenous grape variety, which embodies the tradition and unique character of the territory. The wine is made through careful processing that enhances its typicity and balance.
The grapes are vinified with controlled-temperature maceration, followed by a gentle pressing of the must at the end of fermen...
View product pagePuglia IGT Rosato Radici d'Italia Terre Forti
Terre Forti's Rosato Radici d'Italia is a rosé wine from the hills and plains of the Puglia region of Italy. Made with a blend of mainly Negroamaro and some Primitivo, it is grown on calcareous and clayey soils at an altitude of between 0 and 300 meters.
The harvest is done manually between September and October. After harvesting, the grapes are left in contact with the skins for 3-6 hours, allowing the extraction of color. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled tempera...
View product pageSalice Salentino DOC 2023 Notte Rossa
The Salice Salentino di Notte Rossa derives from vineyards located in the heart of the homonymous protected designation of origin.
It is mainly obtained from Negroamaro grapes and from Malvasia Nera di Brindisi grapes, harvested in the second half of September. After a maceration at controlled temperature of about 10 days, fermentation in steel with selected yeasts follows. The wine ages in French oak barrels for 6 months before being bottled.
It has a bright ruby red color with garnet reflections...
View product pageSalento Negroamaro IGT 2022 Cantele
Cantele's Salento Negroamaro is an authentic and faithful expression of this vine, which represents the black soul of Salento. Known among local farmers with the name of Niuru Maru and used in the last century as a blending wine, today it has its own and typical identity and is among the flagship wines of the Apulia region.
The harvest takes place in mid-September. The must ferments in steel tanks at a temperature of 22-24 °C, macerating on the skins for a period of about 6–7 days. Finally the wi...
View product pageSalento Negroamaro IGT 2023 Masseria Altemura
This Negroamaro was born inside the Masseria Altemura estate, owned by the Zonin family, from vineyards located in the splendid Salento area of Agro di Torre Santa Susanna.
Produced exclusively with Negroamaro grapes, meticulously harvested by hand, this wine, after the pressing and maturing phases, completes the vinification by resting for at least 12 months in small oak barrels, followed by a further period of bottle aging.
It has a deep ruby red color. The nose opens with a broad and intense ar...
View product pageNegroamaro di Terra d'Otranto DOC 2022 Notte Rossa
The Negroamaro of Terra d'Otranto di Notte Rossa comes from vineyards of the Salento peninsula, planted on soils of red earth, in a warm and low rainfall environment, characterized by remarkably high temperature excursions.
It is produced with 100% Negroamaro grapes, harvested in the last week of September. After a long maceration and contact with the skins, the must ferments at a controlled temperature of 24-26 ° C. The wine ages for 6 months in French oak barrels.
Wine with a deep purple red col...
View product pageSalento IGT Negroamaro Primonero 2023 Masseria Li Veli
The Primonero of Masseria Li Veli was born in Salento, in Puglia, from Negroamaro grapes.
The pure Negroamaro grapes are vinified in steel tanks at a controlled temperature. The wine thus obtained is then aged in barriques and French oak barrels for a few months.
It has a ruby red color and the nose expresses aromas of red and black fruits such as cherries, blueberries and strawberries, as well as notes of sweet spices such as vanilla and cinnamon. The sip is dry and round, with a good persistence...
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