Surani Espéra Dionysos Primitivo di Manduria Riserva DOC
A red wine created to express the deepest and most enveloping side of Apulian tradition. Full-bodied and harmonious, it accompanies occasions to be savoured slowly, with presence and intensity.
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Tasting notes
Deep ruby red, with an aromatic profile rich in dark fruits such as blackberry, cherry and plum, alongside pleasant spicy notes of pepper, chocolate and cinnamon. On the palate, it is complex and full-bodied, yet elegant in its velvety tannins, with a savoury finish and excellent persistence.
Origin
From Guyot-trained vineyards in Manduria, Salento, set on compact limestone-based soils rich in iron. Low yields.
Vinification and maturation
15/18 days of fermentation at 25°/28°C, with 3 punch-downs per day until the end of alcoholic fermentation. Maturation for 15/18 months in oak barrels and barriques, followed by 6 months in the bottle.
15% by vol.
16-18°C
0.75l
Pairings
Its good structure makes it perfect with very flavourful, richly spiced dishes, such as pasta with ragù, meatballs in tomato sauce, red meats, pork, and long-aged cheeses.
