Tombacco, Salice Salentino Riserva. Italy
A wine with plenty of body, ripe red fruits with toasted notes and a warm, velvety long finish.  Jammy flavours and a touch of spice add a layer of complexity

Tombacco, Salice Salentino Riserva. Italy

SKU: ITA021
£12.00Price

  • Varietal(s): Negroamaro, Primitivo
    Country: Italy
    Region: Apulia
    Vintage: 2012
    ABV: 14%
    Closure: Cork

    Background Information

    The production and maturing of Salice Salentino Riserve D.O.C. wine must be carried out within the grape growing area. Using the traditional winemaking method: daily pumping over for the first 3-5 days of fermentation then pumping every 2days for the following week. Fermentation temperature must not exceed 25° C. Once the alcoholic fermentation is over, the racking and soft pressing of the skins is carried out. The best conditions are prepared for the start of malo-lactic fermentation, once completed is placed to mature in wood. After ageing in wood the Salice Salentino Riserva D.O.C. is ready for bottling.

    Tasting Note
    A wine with plenty of body, ripe red fruits with toasted notes and a warm, velvety long finish.  Jammy flavours and a touch of spice add a layer of complexity.

    Wine Suitability

    Vegetarian: No
    Vegan: No
    Organic:  No
    Allergens: Sulphites