Wines of Puglia

The hot year with little rain has delivered healthy and ripe grapes which translates into a wine of intense color, the scarcity of rain combined with high temperatures has led to a lowering of the acid content giving the wines characteristics of intensity, alcohol and roundness , with precise and blended tannins. Also for this vintage it was necessary to anticipate the harvest by a few weeks to avoid water stress phenomena on the plants. The overall results are however very interesting due to the general balance we find in the wines produced in this vintage.

GUADO SAN LEO is the first wine of our company obtained solely from NERO DI TROIA grapes and has contributed together with other Apulian wines to the rebirth of this important vine. The grapes, coming from our "Coppanetta" estate, are harvested by hand in 15 kg boxes before being sent for vinification. with scrupulous selection.

It has a brilliant straw yellow color with a thin perlage. The bouquet expresses fruity notes of apple, peach and orange.

CATAPANUS was the name of the ancient provincial delegate of the emperor, in charge of the military and civil government of the whole of southern Italy in the Byzantine period. We wanted to dedicate our most important white grape variety in our area to this authoritative figure: BOMBINO BIANCO

Legend has it that Diomedes, after marrying Driona, daughter of King Dauno, had a small temple with an altar dedicated to Calchas built on a low hill called Drion. In this place called Castrum Drionis or CASTELDRIONE the city of San Severo will rise.

The sound of the bell has always marked important moments in the life of the populations: in fact, in rural areas, the sound of the bell often indicated the moment of pause in which the peasants stopped working to consume their meal. Even today, in many ancient Apulian farms, we can see in the central space called "court", the presence of a small bell.

DAMMIROSE was born from the desire to give ever greater expressiveness to a vine that we can now define as the main one within the Apulian regional ampelography. In fact, NERO DI TROIA, even in rosé vinification, is very versatile, giving the wines exclusive characteristics.

MONTERO was born from the union of the terms Montepulciano and San Severo and wants to underline the strong bond of this important vine to our territory. MONTERO is one of the first labels put on the market by our company in the 1960s. The current blend, in addition to the presence of Montepulciano, includes a small percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon which manages to better soften the vigorous tannins and make the aromatic spectrum more complex.

POSTA ARIGNANO is the name of the ancient farmhouse that stands in the center of the "Coppanetta" estate where, in ancient times, travelers who crossed the Daunia lands found refreshment and very often also the shepherds in transhumance from nearby Abruzzo. Today the farm is surrounded by about 30 hectares. of vineyards that give rise to most of our labels.

POSTA ARIGNANO is the name of the ancient farmhouse that stands in the center of the "Coppanetta" estate where, in ancient times, travelers who crossed the Daunia lands found refreshment and very often also the shepherds in transhumance from nearby Abruzzo. Today the farm is surrounded by about 30 hectares. of vineyards that give rise to most of our labels.

POSTA ARIGNANO is the name of the ancient farmhouse that stands in the center of the "Coppanetta" estate where, in ancient times, travelers who crossed the Daunia lands found refreshment and very often also the shepherds in transhumance from nearby Abruzzo. Today the farm is surrounded by about 30 hectares. of vineyards that give rise to most of our labels.

The white bombino also lends itself easily to the production of lively and sparkling wines, thanks to its acidic vein which allows to obtain fresh and fragrant wines. PEPITO'S is proof of this: Fresh and delicate, characterized by a pleasant perlage, very cold it is an excellent aperitif, but also a pleasant accompaniment to fish and shellfish dishes.

Intense red wine, with aromas of plums, small black fruits and spices that surround a decisive and clean fruit. Impact on the palate, volume without sagging, acidity that well balances the typical sweetness of the vine. Pleasant finish, poured by notes of chocolate and licorice. Pairings Finds its best pairing with cheeses, roasts and all dishes of the Mediterranean cuisine.

A Primitivo expression of its land, Acquaviva delle Fonti, of which it tells the long winemaking tradition, but also the history and legends; like that of the Mascheroni, guardians of the monumental Palazzo De Mari. Bright red color with violet reflections and intense aromas of small red fruits. On the palate it is fresh, sapid and rightly tannic, with a soft and fruity finish. Pairings Excellent table wine, it finds the best combination with the typical dishes of Mediterranean cuisine.

An international vine, the chardonnay, accompanied by an ancient Apulian vine rediscovered, the Fiano, give life to these splendid bubbles which appear with a sparkling straw yellow animated by an elegant and dense perlage. Nose of great impact with very delicate buttery notes, followed by refined nuances of peach blossom. Full-bodied and refined taste that maintains a perfect balance with a long and citrusy finish, a pleasant persistence that recalls scents of yeast and bread crust. Pairings The combination with steamed salmon fillet in a crunchy green apple crust is very interesting.

Memories, stories and ancient deeds float among the bubbles of this wine and whirling dance, whispering words that come from afar. Obtained from Pinot Noir grapes, with a fine and persistent perlage, it has a pale coral pink colour. The nose shows marked floral and bread crust notes that reappear irrepressibly on the palate, soft and elegant accompanied by a decisive freshness and minerality. Pairings Remarkable pairing with carpaccio and seafood tartare, tempura fish, delicate cheeses and seafood and land preparations with a long olfactory persistence.

A niche edition that comes from a small vineyard of ancient saplings. The color is dark red. The scents are those of plum jam and bitter chocolate which just covers the smoky notes. There are also the typical scents of the Mediterranean maquis. On the palate it is cherry-like, deep and intense, with very soft tannins. Pairings Ideal with meat sauce, roasts, aged cheeses and Mediterranean dishes.

Rosé wine obtained from primitivo racemes. Intense, enveloping and at the same time delicate and elegant with a fresh acidity and a long citrus finish. Pairings Serve as an aperitif to combine with seafood and land appetizers. The combination with shellfish, seafood and fish-based dishes is exciting.

Rosé wine obtained from Pinot Noir grapes. Pale pink in colour, with floral and citrus notes. Lively and at the same time delicate and elegant with a fresh acidity and a long fruity finish. Pairings Excellent as an aperitif, it goes well with seafood and land appetizers. The combination with shellfish, seafood and fish or white meat dishes is exciting.

Ruby red wine, aromatic and with intense aromas, with hints of red berry fruit and spicy notes. On the palate it is fresh and elegant. High quality wine, produced from certified organic grapes. Pairings Find the best combination with the typical dishes of Mediterranean cuisine. Particularly suitable with soups, white meats, fresh soft cheeses and grilled vegetables.

Wine produced from Moscato grapes, it has a pale yellow color and an excellent structure. What characterizes it is its long finish of grapefruit and aromatic herbs.

Born from Fiano Minutolo grapes, an ancient Apulian vine rediscovered. With yellow, greenish tones, it is characterized by the floral aroma of the vine, with hints of orange blossoms and wild flowers and with notes of citrus fruits and wild herbs. On the palate it has a fresh acidity and highlights a return of citrus aromas with a mineral finish. Pairings Ideal with seafood and land appetizers. Particularly suitable with shellfish, seafood and fish-based dishes.

It has a bright ruby red color with slight violet reflections. The olfactory scents are mainly characterized by notes of red fruit. On the palate it is light-bodied, fresh, characterized by good sapidity.

Chardonnay is a wine characterized by a straw yellow color and an intense aroma of ripe apple.

Primitive with a blackish colour. The nose is saturated with fruit, ripe cherries, pulpy and juicy. In the mouth the sweetness of the residual sugars is perfectly balanced by a splendid and very natural juiciness. It is a tale of passions and emotions, a starry night, a research that continues. Pairings It goes well with blue and seasoned cheeses tasted with jams. Also excellent with dry pastries.

Soft and enveloping wine, with a bright red color. With fruity olfactory textures with hints of black cherry and with floral notes of rose that blend with a delicate sweetness. Pairings Ideal companion for almond sweets, dark chocolate and various desserts. Intriguing accompaniment with seasoned and blue cheeses.

Maximum expression of an age-old vine that has been handed down for generations. Dark ruby red in colour, it has a deep, clear and precise nose, which ranges from ripe black fruits to the spices of the Mediterranean scrub. The palate, elegant, but at the same time endowed with great density and substance, is full, sapid with iodized notes, complex and balanced despite the alcohol. Pairings To be kept exclusively for important moments or to meditate in front of the fireplace.

Vespa's "Rosso dei Vespa" is a Primitivo di Manduria which ages for 6 months in Never and Troncais oak barriques and presents itself to the eye with an intense and full ruby red robe. It expresses notes of plum, strawberry and fresh violet on the nose, enriched by hints of cocoa and vanilla while the sip is full and robust, of great body and intensity, with a long and spicy aromatic finish.

Winemakers generally give their name to the most important wine of the House. Bruno Vespa made the opposite choice: he baptized the cheapest wine because his challenge is to get the greatest number of consumers to approach a product with an excellent relationship between quality and selling price. IL BRUNO DEI VESPA is a Primitivo Salento that can elegantly accompany daily meals of all kinds.

Cultivated with the traditional sapling system, the Primitivo grapes are harvested manually and the must is fermented at a controlled temperature of 33°C for 25 days. Finally, we proceed to aging in barrique for at least 12 months. Intense red in color with violet reflections, the wine has a bouquet of ripe fruit with spicy notes. On the palate, thanks to the aging in barrels, it is soft and structured.

Notte Rossa's Negroamaro is a fresh, fruity and generous red wine from the Salento area, vinified and aged in steel vats. With a velvety, rich and juicy sip, it expresses fragrant aromas of Mediterranean scrub, small dark berry fruits and light marine flavors

Nero di Troia is a great classic of the Salento area. Masseria Spaccafico with the Passera Scopaiola celebrates and enhances this particular vine pearl of Salento. In tasting, Masseria Spaccafico's Nero di Troia Passera Scopaiola offers an intense ruby red color with purple reflections, an authoritative and decisive nose of figs and red fruits such as blackberries and blueberries with marked floral notes of violet and peony. On the palate this particular red wine has a marked softness that delicately caresses the palate while the marked minerality refreshes it, creating an absolutely perfect balance in the consumer's mouth.

This Salento Primitivo from Masseria Ficarigna is an example of the qualitative excellence produced in the Salento region, of which the cellar is an ambassador. The name Ficarigna is the Salento translation of the prickly pear fruit which, together with the gecko, depicted on the label, are elements that symbolize Salento in the collective imagination. After the manual harvest of the grapes harvested when fully ripe, fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature. The wine ages for 12 months in barriques before being bottled. In the glass it has a deep ruby red color with purplish nuances. The nose recalls toasted and coffee sensations that form the background for hints of red berry fruit. On the palate it shows warmth and a round, enveloping and balanced taste. It is recommended together with game and aged cheeses. Try it in combination with chestnuts.

This Salento Negroamaro is produced from one of the most representative native vines of the Salento peninsula, of which Masseria Ficarigna is the spokesperson. Inspired by the symbolic prickly pear fruit, the label features a stylized image of a "pica", the Salento magpie, among the birds that contribute to the dispersion of seeds and the spread of this plant in the region. The grapes are carefully picked by the cellar team and immediately transported to the cellar where a soft pressing and fermentation with maceration in steel for 15 days take place. The wine finishes its refinement with a passage in barriques for 8-10 months. It is a red wine with a ruby hue. The nose is deep and orchestrated on rich red berried fruit notes. In the mouth it is intense, soft and balanced. Excellent to combine with first courses of Mediterranean cuisine, as well as cured meats and medium-aged cheeses.

dark ruby red, the nose reveals hints of blueberry, black currant, aromatic herbs and undergrowth, with sweeter nuances from vanilla to cloves. The sip is vigorous but soft, leaving the perception of black cherry jam, freshness and flavor.

We can't get enough of the primitive that Bollina produces in Italy. This one has an insane 98 points from Luca Maroni and comes from Manduria, a small region in the heel of the boot known for variety. The fruit is harvested by hand and made a little late to increase concentration, potency and wealth. There's blackberry, cherry and plum with a backbone of tobacco, mocha and cocoa. This is not wine for the faint of heart, but rather for those who want something thick and dark in their glass.