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Thanks to its excellent adaptability, Chardonnay is one of the most widespread white grape varieties in the world. Cultivated in all climatic conditions and in all areas, on clayey-calcareous soils and with a temperate, warm and windy climate, it ensures great results.

Salento is identified by three climatic elements: the sun, creator of generous sugar levels, the sea, responsible for the minerality of the wines, and the wind which makes this territory naturally free from diseases and particularly suitable for the production of "natural" wines. Characterized by extensive flat areas and modest hills, Salento is geologically made up of a medium-textured limestone structure.

Autochthonous of Puglia, it is the main black grape variety of Salento. Its origins are very ancient (VIII century AC ), it probably owes its name to the terms “niger” (Latin) and “mavros” (Greek) which both mean black. The great versatility makes it suitable for all types of winemaking

Negroamaro, native to Puglia, is the main black grape variety of Salento. Its origins are very ancient (VIII century AC ), it probably owes its name to the terms “niger” (Latin) and “mavros” (Greek) which both mean black. The great versatility makes it suitable for all types of wines.

Susumaniello, an autochthonous black grape variety from Puglia, grown in Salento. Its name recalls, in the Apulian dialect, the name of the "somarello" indicating the high productivity of the plant loaded with bunches "like a donkey". After the first decade of life of the vineyard, the bunch is unloaded of grapes and the production loses in quantity but improves in quality, producing wines of great expression.

Susumaniello, an autochthonous black grape variety from Puglia, grown in Salento. Its name recalls, in the Apulian dialect, the name of the "somarello" indicating the high productivity of the plant loaded with bunches "like a donkey". After the first decade of life of the vineyard, the bunch is unloaded of grapes and the production loses in quantity but improves in quality, producing wines of great expression.

Primitivo, a native black grape variety of Puglia. It owes its name to the characteristic vegetative phases of the plant, all early, from maturation to budding, from flowering to veraison, from which the old name of "Primaticcio" derives.

Negroamaro, native to Puglia, is the main black grape variety of Salento. Its origins are very ancient (VIII century AC ), it probably owes its name to the terms “niger” (Latin) and “mavros” (Greek) which both mean black. The great versatility makes it suitable for all types of winemaking.

Primitivo, a native black grape variety of Puglia, owes its name to the characteristic vegetative phases of the plant, all early, from ripening to budding, from flowering to veraison, from which the old name of "Primaticcio" derives.

Primitivo, a native black grape variety from Puglia. It owes its name to the characteristic vegetative phases of the plant, all early, from maturation to budding, from flowering to veraison, from which the old name of "Primaticcio" derives.

Sweet and full-bodied, balanced, with a pleasant acid note and robust tannins. A persistent finish enhances the return of the rich aromatic bouquet already perceived on the nose.

Verdeca is a native white grape variety of Puglia, with greenish hues that suggest its name. Elegant, mineral and very vigorous. Bianco d'Alessano is an ancient white grape variety, originally from a small town in the lower Salento from which it takes its name. It is appreciated for its adaptability to various types of terrain. "Latecomer" in sprouting and ripening between September and October.

Thanks to its excellent adaptability, Chardonnay is one of the most widespread white grape varieties in the world. Cultivated in all climatic conditions and in all areas, on clayey-calcareous soils and with a temperate, warm and windy climate, it ensures great results.

Salento is identified by three climatic elements: the sun, creator of generous sugar levels, the sea, responsible for the minerality of the wines, and the wind which makes this territory naturally free from diseases and particularly suitable for the production of "natural" wines. Characterized by extensive flat areas and modest hills, Salento is geologically made up of a medium-textured limestone structure.

Susumaniello, an autochthonous black grape variety from Puglia, grown in Salento. Its name recalls, in the Apulian dialect, the name of the "somarello" indicating the high productivity of the plant loaded with bunches "like a donkey". After the first decade of life of the vineyard, the bunch is unloaded of grapes and the production loses in quantity but improves in quality, producing wines of great expression.

Autochthonous of Puglia, it is the main black grape variety of Salento. Its origins are very ancient (VIII century AC ), it probably owes its name to the terms “niger” (Latin) and “mavros” (Greek) which both mean black. The great versatility makes it suitable for all types of winemaking

Susumaniello, an autochthonous black grape variety from Puglia, grown in Salento. Its name recalls, in the Apulian dialect, the name of the "somarello" indicating the high productivity of the plant loaded with bunches "like a donkey". After the first decade of life of the vineyard, the bunch is unloaded of grapes and the production loses in quantity but improves in quality, producing wines of great expression.

Negroamaro, native to Puglia, is the main black grape variety of Salento. Its origins are very ancient (VIII century AC ), it probably owes its name to the terms “niger” (Latin) and “mavros” (Greek) which both mean black. The great versatility makes it suitable for all types of wines.

Primitivo, a native black grape variety of Puglia. It owes its name to the characteristic vegetative phases of the plant, all early, from maturation to budding, from flowering to veraison, from which the old name of "Primaticcio" derives.

Fiano, also known by the name Apiano, is an ancient southern vine whose cultivation dates back to Roman times. The name derives from the Latin word Apianus (bee) due to the sweetness of its berries, much appreciated by bees.

Verdeca is a native white grape variety of Puglia, with greenish hues that suggest its name. Elegant, mineral and very vigorous.

Susumaniello, an autochthonous black grape variety from Puglia, grown in Salento. Its name recalls, in the Apulian dialect, the name of the "somarello" indicating the ancient tradition of raising the productivity of the plant by loading it with bunches "like a donkey". After the first decade of life of the vineyard, the bunch is unloaded of grapes and the production loses in quantity but improves in quality, producing wines of great expression.

Negroamaro, native to Puglia, is the main black grape variety of Salento. Its origins are very ancient (VIII century AC ), it probably owes its name to the terms “niger” (Latin) and “mavros” (Greek) which both mean black. The great versatility makes it suitable for all types of winemaking.

Thanks to its excellent adaptability, Chardonnay is one of the most widespread white grape varieties in the world. Cultivated in all climatic conditions and in any territory, on clayey-calcareous soils and with a temperate, warm and windy climate, it ensures great results.

A blend of three grapes of ancient Salento origin: Negroamaro owes its name to the terms "niger" (Latin) and "mavros" (Greek) which both mean black. A highly versatile vine, it is suitable for all types of winemaking. Sangiovese is the most cultivated variety in Italy, daughter of an ancient cross between Negrodolce and Ciliegiolo, both native Apulian vines. Malvasia Nera, a vine with great softness and aroma, best balances the angular characters of the other two grapes.

A historic Salento blend often made directly in the field with the alternation of eight plants of Negroamaro with two of Malvasia Nera. Negroamaro owes its name to the terms "niger" (Latin) and "mavros" (Greek) which both mean black. A highly versatile vine, it is suitable for all types of winemaking. Malvasia Nera, a vine with great softness and aroma, best balances the angular characters of the other two grapes.

Three vines that best reflect this prized Salento DOP . Negroamaro owes its name to the terms "niger" (Latin) and "mavros" (Greek) which both mean black. A highly versatile vine, it is suitable for all types of winemaking. Montepulciano is a vine grown in a large part of the eastern coast of Italy. When young it has impressive acidity which, if well dosed, allows it to age superbly. Malvasia Nera, a vine with great softness and aroma, best balances the angular characters of the other two grapes.

Primitivo, a native black grape variety of Puglia, owes its name to the characteristic vegetative phases of the plant, all early, from ripening to budding, from flowering to veraison, from which the old name of "Primaticcio" derives.

Primitivo, a native black grape variety from Puglia. It owes its name to the characteristic vegetative phases of the plant, all early, from maturation to budding, from flowering to veraison, from which the old name of "Primaticcio" derives.

Salento is identified by three climatic elements: the sun, creator of generous sugar levels, the sea, responsible for the minerality of the wines, and the wind which makes this territory naturally free from diseases and particularly suitable for the production of "natural" wines. Characterized by extensive flat areas and modest hills, Salento is geologically made up of a medium-textured limestone structure.