Acinorè
A very old vine training system called «alberello» (little tree=bush vine) and a special vineyard where the plants are about 50 years old. An alive heritage that we protect and enhance. This is where Acinorè (=king of the grapes) comes from, our best expression of Primitivo.
| Wine type | Red |
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| Grape | Primitivo |
| Appellation | Primitivo di Manduria DOP |
| Vine training | 50 year-old “ad alberello” vines |
| Soil | Medium clayey mixture |
| Harvest | First 10 days of September |
CHARACTERISTICS
| Vinification | The harvest is completely done by hand. The grapes are destemmed and and punched down. The maceration last for 15 days, followed by the fermentation at a controlled temperature of 24-26°c°c |
|---|---|
| Ageing | In French oak barriques for 6 months, then for a minimum of 3 months in the bottle |
| Colour | Intense ruby red |
| Nose | Complex, rich fruity and spicy notes |
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| Taste | Dense, soft, with a smooth tannic finish |
| Best served with | Robust dishes, it is particularly suitable as a meditation wine too |