Straccacali Primitivio di Manduria IGT

For generations of Americans, Chianti has served as an introduction to Italy's red wines. Founded by Giulio Straccali in 1925, Straccali has been in the vanguard of progressive Chianti producers. A man of vision, Guilio Straccali sought to communicate through his wines to the rest of the world the scents, colors and flavors of his beloved Tuscany. In 1978 the Zingarelli family of the Chianti estate of Rocca delle Macie began a long and fruitful relationship with Straccali that continues to this day. United by a shared dream set out by Giulio Straccali many decades earlier, the two families have pursued the same objective: to invite the world to discover the tantalizing flavors and colors of Tuscany, using wine as the ambassador. Today Straccali offers two distinctive wines from Tuscany. Its reputation stands for outstanding quality, exceptional value wines that have earned accolades from wine critics worldwide.

The Primitivo grapes come from selected vineyards located in southern Puglia. The traditional Alberello basso vine training method is employed. The grapes are carefully picked by hand at the end of August early September. The must undergoes fermentation over the grape skins at temperature controlled at 26 °C for 8 10 days. 30% of the wine is aged in barriques for 12 months and 70% for the same period in stainless steel.

An intense bouquet of red fruits which burst through to the palate. Rich and smooth, with a well balanced finish.