Carlo Scala Primitivo di Manduria DOC Riserva red wine bottle

Primitivo di Manduria DOC Riserva

Our Primitivo di Manduria DOC Riserva represents a powerful tribute to Puglia’s winemaking excellence. This premium red wine comes from old vineyards in the heart of Manduria. Therefore, the grapes benefit from a warm Mediterranean climate and unique red soils. We harvest the fruit entirely by hand to guarantee elite quality. Consequently, the final result is a rich wine with an incredible structure.

Technical Sheet & Tasting Notes

Appelation: Primitivo di Manduria DOC Riserva

Wine Style: Still dry red wine

Grape Variety: Primitivo

Production Area: Apulia region, between Taranto and Brindisi

Soil: Good exposure and ventilation. Soils are mainly clayey and calcareous.

Winemaking notes: Wine rests and refines for 24 months, at least 9 months in barrels, before bottling

Harvest time: Beginning of September

Colour: Intense ruby red with garnet hints

Aroma: The fragrance is very intense and reminiscent of red fruits jam, blackcurrant and cherry marmalade. Ethereal notes of cacao, liquorice and vanilla

Taste: In the mouth warm, round and smooth, with fruity notes, soft tannins and an ethereal after taste

Alcohol Content: 15% vol

Storage: Dry, cool and not in direct sunlight

Serving temperature: 18-20° C

Food pairing: Red meat, game, savory first courses. Meditation wine