Carlone Primitivo di Manduria

There were seven bottles of Primitivo for between 10 and 20 euros on the table. Unrecognizable in a sleeve. Because we wanted to select the most beautiful and affordable wine from this grape. We chose this Carlone from Manduria. Perhaps not coincidentally, it is the only region where the Primitivo has a Denominazione di Origine Protetta status.

Why did this one win? Because this is a very characteristic Primitivo. Sultry red fruit, tobacco and fine spices in the nose. Firm and full, but also nice and fresh thanks to its stimulating acidity. The panel noted cocoa, leather, wax, thick ripe blackberries and beautifully ripe tannins. 'This is delicious with bavette or wild duck!' was shouted enthusiastically.

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There were seven bottles of Primitivo for between 10 and 20 euros on the table. Unrecognizable in a sleeve. Because we wanted to select the most beautiful and affordable wine from this grape. We chose this Carlone from Manduria. Perhaps not coincidentally, it is the only region where the Primitivo has a Denominazione di Origine Protetta status.