Primitivo del Salento 'Punta Aquila' Tenute Rubino

Salento IGT • Puglia • Tenute Rubino
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Tenute Rubino
Region
Puglia
Denomination
Salento IGT
Alcohol
14.5%
Vinification
Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation for 15 days in steel vats controlled temperature
Aging
5 months in steel vats, 4 months in oak barrels of 40 hl and 5 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Primitivo 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Produced in Puglia, this wine reflects a genuine sense of place. At 14.5% alcohol, it delivers real concentration and power on the palate. Crafted from Primitivo 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect layered dark fruit aromas, firm tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards in Punta Aquila at 100 above sea level on mixed soils. Vinification: alcoholic and malolactic fermentation for 15 days in steel vats controlled temperature. The wine is aged 5 months in steel vats, 4 months in oak barrels of 40 hl and 5 months in bottle. A wine reflecting Puglia's tradition of generous, full-bodied reds.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese

About Puglia Wine Region

Puglia's winemaking blends rustic tradition with growing international acclaim.

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