# Unio Nero di Troia e Primitivo (2021)

- **Producer:** Podere 29
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nero di Troia, Primitivo
- **Region:** Puglia, Italy
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €14
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black cherry, ripe fruit, fig, dark berries, blackberry, allspice, nutmeg, chocolate, toasted oak, smoke, sweet baking spices, tobacco, ink

## About this wine

Unio Nero di Troia e Primitivo is a red wine from Puglia IGT, produced by Podere 29. This 2021 vintage is a blend of 60% Nero di Troia and 40% Primitivo grapes. The estate is situated in the northern part of Puglia, near Foggia, benefiting from coastal influences. Podere 29 follows biodynamic and organic farming principles, emphasizing a natural approach to winemaking. The winery is family-run, with a philosophy centered on respecting the land and its indigenous grape varietals.

## Interesting facts

- Podere 29 champions biodynamic farming, working in harmony with nature.
- The name 'Unio' signifies the wine's blend of two key Puglian grapes.
- Grapes are hand-picked in the cool early morning to preserve freshness.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and velvety tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of proteins like lamb and beef. Flavors of dark fruit in the wine can echo or contrast with savory elements in dishes, while its spice notes can harmonize with herbs and earthy ingredients.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Unio Nero di Troia e Primitivo begins with hand-harvested grapes picked in the early morning. Fermentation takes place at controlled temperatures of 20-22°C. After malolactic fermentation, the wine undergoes a two-stage aging process: 2 months in stainless steel tanks followed by 4 months in French oak barrels. This method aims to balance fruit expression with subtle oak influence.