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Cantalupi DOP Salice Salentino rosso Riserva 2021
Italy, Salento IGT
Negroamaro
Description
Cantalupi DOP Salice Salentino Rosso Riserva is a red wine made from Negroamaro and other recommended grapes that are grown in an alluvial soil that has an average mixture, with areas of limestone. After the stem removal and soft pressing, the wine undergoes maceration for 12 days at 25-28°C. Then, the fermentation is in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature, followed by maturation in 30 hl oak barrels. The wine has a deep ruby-red color with garnet highlights when it ages. Aromas of tiny red fruits and spices. Rich mouthfeel, leading to a lingering finish.
Awards
Vintage 2020 awarded Tre Bicchieri by Gambero Rosso.
Alcohol
14.5%
Analytical data
dry