Varvaglione 12 e Mezzo Primitivo del Salento
Elegant and approachable Puglian red with ripe plum notes
This accessible, fruit-driven Primitivo opens with enticing aromas of ripe plums and dark cherry jam. The palate is wonderfully round and smooth, beautifully balanced by subtle notes of vanilla and nutmeg from delicate oak aging.
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The story behind it
Varvaglione 1921 is a historic, family-run winery located in the heart of Puglia, Italy. Guided by three generations of winemakers, they combine traditional viticultural methods with modern technology to produce exceptional, authentic southern Italian wines.
Crafted in the Salento region of Puglia, this wine showcases the potential of Primitivo harvested at an optimal ripeness to maintain a lighter alcohol level. It undergoes controlled-temperature fermentation and is aged for several months in premium American oak barriques.
From Puglia, Italy