Salento, Puglia

80% Negroamaro, 20% Malvasia

The harvest is done by hand in the early hours of the morning to avoid the heat of the day. The grapes are put into small boxes of about 25kg, in order to preserve the integrity of the grapes and avoid them being crushed by their own weight.

After destemming and crushing, the grapes are fermented in stainless steel at a temperature of 25°C for 8-10 days. Maceration on the skins lasts for 12-15 days, with careful pumping over and a soft final pressing. Ageing: 12 months in French oak barriques, 6 months in large oak botti & 4 months in stainless steel.

Ruby red in colour, with garnet flecks. A very powerful nose, reminiscent of berries, plums and medlars, with elegant touches of spice, black pepper and star anise. Harmonious and well-rounded with silky, enveloping tannins. A decisive, persistent finish.

Salice Salentino DOC Riserva is rich and full- bodied – the perfect accompaniment to slow-cooked meat. It is recommended to serve at 14-16°C in order to enjoy the wine at its best.