2021 Vigneti del Salento, Puglia, I Muri Negroamaro – buy online

WHO?

Vigneti del Salento is owned by the Farnese group, while I Muri is their endeavor in Puglia. Winemaker Filippo Baccalaro is the mastermind behind this label. As a native Piedmontese who has been working in Puglia for 20 years, Filippo was captivated by the generous aromas found in the local grapes. With minimal intervention in technology but with a wealth of practical knowledge, he masterfully transfers the essence of the terroir into the glass.

WHERE?

Puglia is located on the heel of Italy. This hot and dry region is cooled by sea breezes. The vineyards are situated in the province of Taranto, especially in the municipalities of Manduria and Sava. The yield is much lower than potential, ensuring the best quality of carefully selected grapes. The red soil is interspersed with limestone clay rich in iron and minerals. 80% of the grapes come from old bush-trained vines aged at least 20 years.

WHY?

I Muri Negroamaro is a ruby ​​red color with purple reflections. It is medium to full-bodied, velvety in texture, and expertly balanced with spicy and fruity aromas of black currant and licorice. On the palate, it is luxuriously rich with notes of ripe blackberries and plums, forest fruits, and a hint of roasted coffee. The finish is long, rounded, and harmonious, full of fruity sweetness and soft tannins.