VECCHIA TORRE NEGROAMARO SALENTO ROSSO IGP CL75

Name: Negroamaro Classification: IGT SALENTO ROSSO (red) Production Area: Leverano (Lecce) Grape Variety: 100% Negroamaro Alchool content: 13,50% vol. Soil: alluvial origin soil, mixed (sand, silt and clay) with calcareous zones. Yield: 8-9 tons of grapes per Ha Training method: Goblet and Cordon Spur Vineyard density: 4500-5000 plants per ha Ageing: at least 2 years depending on the harvest Vinification: after grape de-stemming, the must and the skins undergo a maceration for about 6-7 days at a temperature of 24-26 C°. The malolactic fermentation is followed by ageing in barriques for about 4 months; part of this wine ages in stainless steel tanks. Tasting notes Colour: intense ruby red Bouquet: generous and lingering with hints of cherries and vanilla Taste: full-bodied, round, with soft and balanced tannins. Serving temperature: 16-18 C° Pairing: grilled red meat, game and aged cheese.