In San Marzano the winemakers take care of their small vineyard as they do a garden.
Their stories are many, as are the names of their families.
We chose one, Talò, to thank them ideally: family by family, story by story.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS BY YEAR
Grape variety: Negroamaro.
Area: San Marzano, Salento, Puglia. About 100 meters above sea level.
Ground: Medium clayey texture, shallow and with good presence of skeleton.
Cultivation: Espalier (4,500 vines per hectare).
Harvest: Mid September.
Winemaking: Thermo-controlled maceration of approximately 10 days followed by alcoholic fermentation with selected yeasts.
Refinement: In French oak barriques for 6 months.
Organoleptic characteristics: Purple-red color with violet reflections: intense and persistent aroma, with hints of blackcurrant and berries, spicy, with balsamic and vanilla notes. Full-bodied, velvety and harmonious wine, with a long and savory finish.
Pairings: Robust first courses, meats and cheeses.
Serve at: 16-18°C.
