Ritardatario Primitivo di Manduria 2022
95 POINTS: Sam Kim; Wine Orbit
60 Year Old Vines
“Richly fruited and opulent, the wine shows blackberry, roasted hazelnut, cake spice, and dark cocoa aromas on the nose. The palate delivers terrific weight and plush texture, superbly framed by velvety tannins, finishing impressively long and sumptuous. At its best: now to 2032."
Established in 1974, Primitivo di Manduria DOC is a hallmark of Puglia’s winemaking heritage and now the benchmark for quality from this part of Italy. Covering 5,000 hectares across 18 municipalities between Taranto and Brindisi, the region produces three key styles: Primitivo di Manduria DOC, DOC Riserva, and Dolce Naturale DOCG. Bold and fruit-forward, Primitivo di Manduria DOC is made from at least 85% Primitivo (often 100%) with a minimum 13.5% ABV. Ritardatario Primitivo di Manduria is a brilliant example what can be achieved with old vines and careful winemaking.
14.5% Abv