Vigneti del SalentoLeggenda Vigne Vecchie Primitivo di Manduria 2022

Product code: 25783
£25.92 ex VAT
£155.50 / case of 6
Italy
Red Wine from
Puglia, Italy
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Puglia
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Vigneti del Salento
Alcohol
Alcohol: 15.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Dennis Verdecchia
Grape
Grape: Primitivo
Grape: 100% Primitivo
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Puglia
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Vigneti del Salento
Alcohol
Alcohol: 15.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Dennis Verdecchia
Grape
Grape: Primitivo
Grape: 100% Primitivo

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

Ruby red with purple highlights, the wine offers intense aromas of cherry and blackberry layered with mint, tobacco and gentle spice. The palate is rich and smooth, with notes of sweet spice, cocoa and coffee. Persistent and well-structured, the wine shows excellent ageing potential and will continue to evolve over the next decade.

Product Notes

Hailing from Italy's renowned winemaking region, the Vigneti del Salento Leggenda Vigne Vecchie Primitivo di Manduria is a splendid embodiment of old-vine craftsmanship. This enchanting red wine radiates a deep, garnet hue, while its bouquet presents rich expressions of ripe red fruits, dark chocolate, and subtle vanilla. On the palate, its full-bodied blend exhibits a perfect harmony of soft tannins and balanced acidity, graced with a sophisticated hint of toasted oak. Complex but finely tuned, it's a captivating Primitivo that elegantly showcases the heart and soul of its Salento terroir. This is indeed a timeless wine, worthy of its "Leggenda" status.

About the Winery

Vigneti del Salento

Vigneti del Salento is an impressive Italian winery located in the Apulia region, considered to be the heel of Italy's boot-shaped peninsula. Nestled amidst verdant vineyards, the winery guarantees not only exquisite wines but also alluring sceneries you won't easily forget.

A young winery with an old soul, Vigneti del Salento has been flourishing since its establishment in 2000. It inherits traditional winemaking methods from the area’s rich past while incorporating modern innovations. This unusual combination allows the winery to create unique and distinct wines that perfectly represent their home.

The winery houses over 600 hectares of vineyards, each meticulously cared for by skilled viticulturists. Indigenous grape varieties such as Primitivo and Negroamaro are broadly cultivated, resulting in wines that sing of their native land. Besides, the winery is proud to be sustainable, employing practices that protect the land it benefits from, such as using organic fertilisers and limiting the use of chemicals.

Their wines are noted for their bold, rich character, exuding warmth akin to the sun-soaked region they originate from. Every bottle unites the power and structure of modern wines with the elegance and complexity that harks back to the era of classical winemaking. From the subtle rose notes in their elegant Vigneti del Salento Zolla Primitivo di Manduria to the rich, spicy hints in the I Muri Primitivo Negroamaro, there is a much-loved tipple for every wine enthusiast.

Wine tasting at Vigneti del Salento will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on your palette; your senses will feast on the tantalising aromas and flavours while your eyes will savour the picturesque landscapes. What better way to experience Italy's rich viticultural heritage, than at the heart of it all.
So, whether you're a wine lover wanting to expand your horizon from or simply seeking an unforgettable experience; Vigneti del Salento is an ideal destination.

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