Primitivo di Manduria PASSO DEL CARDINALE DOC PAOLOLEO

This Apulian red wine from Paololeo Winery is made from 100% Primitivo grapes grown in the rural area of Manduria and Sava, near Taranto. Primitivo is a native grape variety whose grapes boast a remarkable predisposition for early ripening. The grapes are harvested manually in the early hours of the morning and then destemmed; fermentation then begins in temperature-controlled steel tanks for about ten days, followed by ageing in barriques for 3 months and 6 months in steel tanks.

Characteristics of this Apulian wine

It has a ruby red colour with garnet reflections. The bouquet evokes black berries, liquorice and coffee. On the palate, it is enveloping with velvety tannins.

Recommended pairings with this Apulian red wine

Try it with first courses based on particularly flavourful sauces, roasts and mature cheeses. Serve at a temperature of 18°C.