Salice Salentino 1890
Production area: Apulia, Salento, 250-300 m above the sea level
Land: Sandy and clay
Grape variety: 60% Negroamaro, 40% Malvasia nera
Age of vineyards: 10-25 Years
Cultivation system: Espalier with spurred cordon pruning, Apulian alberello
Vinification: Destemming of grapes and maceration at 4/5° C
for 36 hours. Alcoholic fermentation at a controlled temperature and racking 6 days after the end. Soft pressing of marcs.
Maturation: After the fermentation the wine ages in French durmast wooden barrels of medium toasting for 6 months. Then it is bottled and ages in the bottle for 4 months.
Color: Ruby red with purple reflections
Fragrance: Intense and fruity with delicate spiced notes mixed with notes of cherry and black cherry
Taste: Soft and persistent, it reflects the fragrance sensations, wisely balanced tannin
As an accompaniment to: Perfect with roasted red meats, main courses with red meats typical of the Mediterranean cuisine and seasoned cheeses
Serving: Serve at 18/20°C. Decant before serving
