Leone de Castris
Leone de Castris Per Lui Primitivo Salento IGT 2020
Leone de Castris Per Lui Primitivo Salento IGT 2020
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49,00 €
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Puglia Italy
100% Primitivo
Matured in oak barrels
15%
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The aroma is dominated by plum jam, black cherries, stewed fruits and blackberries, along with notes of cocoa, sweet spices, tobacco and vanilla. On the palate, the wine is very rich, warm and velvety, with a high alcohol level, ripe tannins and a creamy texture. The taste reveals dark fruits, dark chocolate, liquorice, espresso and a subtle hint of toasted oak. The finish is long, intense and very concentrated.
About the manufacturer
Leone de Castris is one of Apulia's most historically important wineries, founded in 1665 when Oronzo Arcangelo Maria Francesco dei Conti de Lemos arrived in the Salento region. It is one of the oldest family-owned wineries in Southern Italy, shaping the identity of local winemaking for over three centuries. Leone de Castris gained particular renown in the 20th century when it created the legendary "Five Roses" – the first bottled rosé wine in Italy, which became a symbol of the entire region. Today, the winery is led by Piernicola Leone de Castris, who continues the family traditions, blending historical heritage with modern oenology. Their philosophy is based on cultivating indigenous Apulian varieties – especially Negroamaro, Primitivo, and Malvasia Nera. Salice Salentino Riserva is one of their classic wines, reflecting the character of Negroamaro: sunny, rich, spicy, while maintaining an elegant structure and longevity.