# Primitivo di Manduria DOP (2022)

- **Producer:** Masseria Borgo dei Trulli
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Primitivo
- **Region:** Puglia, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €15
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** herbaceous, blackberry, black cherry, raspberry, mint, cherry, redcurrant, spice, vanilla

## About this wine

Masseria Borgo dei Trulli Primitivo di Manduria 2022 is a red wine from the Primitivo di Manduria DOC/DOP appellation in Puglia, Italy. The wine is produced by Masseria Borgo dei Trulli, a winery focused on expressing the unique character of the Salento region through indigenous grape varieties. The estate emphasizes organic farming and draws inspiration from local heritage, as reflected in its name referencing the traditional 'Trulli' dry stone huts. The vineyards are managed with a commitment to the land and its history.

## Interesting facts

- The winery's name honors the traditional Puglian 'Trulli' stone huts.
- Vines are trained using the ancient 'Alberello Pugliese' system.
- Farming practices are certified organic.
- Low-yielding vineyards ensure concentrated fruit.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and robust fruit profile stand up well to rich, protein-heavy dishes. Its tannins complement the protein in red meats, softening with each bite. The subtle savory notes can echo the umami in slow-cooked dishes or aged cheeses.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Masseria Borgo dei Trulli Primitivo di Manduria begins with hand-harvested grapes from low-yielding vineyards. The grapes are de-stemmed and vinified as whole clusters. Alcoholic fermentation occurs in thermo-regulated steel tanks over 8-10 days, followed by induced malolactic fermentation. Aging involves 40% of the wine in French and American oak barrels for eight months, while the remaining 60% rests in steel tanks.