# Terre di Faiano Primitivo Organic (2022)

- **Producer:** Orion Wines
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Primitivo
- **Region:** Puglia, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €11
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Aromas & flavours:** ripe fruit, dried fruit, black cherry, cooked fruit, black plum, cloves, chocolate, vanilla, coffee, leather, earth

## About this wine

Terre di Faiano Primitivo Organic is a red wine from Puglia, Italy, produced by Orion Wines. A distinctive aspect of this wine is its production using the appassimento method, where grapes are dried to enhance flavor concentration and texture. The wine is also certified organic, reflecting a commitment to sustainable farming. Orion Wines, established in 2010 by Alessandro Michelon and Elena Ciurletti, focuses on controlling the entire winemaking process to produce wines for international markets. The 2022 vintage of this Primitivo was awarded a Silver medal at the People's Choice Drinks Awards.

## Interesting facts

- Grapes are dried to concentrate flavor, a technique known as appassimento.
- Certified organic farming practices are used in the vineyards.
- The wine received a Silver medal at the People's Choice Drinks Awards 2022.
- Orion Wines was founded in 2010.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and smooth tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and robust flavors. Its fruit concentration can stand up to hearty sauces and strong cheeses, while its subtle sweetness can balance spicy elements.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Terre di Faiano Primitivo Organic begins with grapes selected from low-yielding, organic vineyards. The grapes are de-stemmed but not crushed to optimize color extraction. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 24-25°C for 8-10 days, utilizing techniques such as remontage and delestage for soft extraction. Malolactic fermentation is induced after racking. A portion of the wine, 30%, is aged for 7-8 months in second passage American and French oak barriques. The use of the appassimento method, where grapes are dried to concentrate flavors, is a key technique in its production.