4 Stars & 86 pts - Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Wine Reviews
"Full, deep purple with a ruby hue, lighter on the rim. The nose is full, with a rustic expression of ripe plum, blueberry tart, cola nut, vanilla and spice. Full-bodied, plum, blueberry and cola nut aromas intermixed with rich herbs, clove and cinnamon. The tannin is lightly grainy and forms a fine framework. Bright acidity provides vibrancy to a rich palate and carries a dark-toned finish. Match this with grilled meat and lamb kebab over the next 3-4 years. 13.5% alc. Apr 2023"

90 Points 4.5 Stars - Sam Kim Wine Orbit
"Beautifully fragrant and inviting, the bouquet shows dark cherry, anise, roasted nut and dark mushroom characters. It;s juicy and fleshy on the palate with rounded mouthfeel and silky flow, making it friendly and delectably appealing. At its best: now to 2023." (2019 vintage)

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Paololeo produces varietal and terroir focused wines in Puglia, Italy. Southern Italy excels is high quality full bodied and gutsy reds. Primitivo is an ancient grape variety in Puglia; its grapes ripen very early, sometimes even in August. Perfectly adapted to Salento’s climate, dry with high diurnal range and frequent breezes from the sea, Primitivo grapes give bold, well-structured wines, with fruity flavors, good acidity and smooth tannins bright ruby with purple tinges; fragrant perfume with hints of cherry and other red fruits; soft tannins and medium body, good acidity and medium finish of red fruits.

Goes great with: cured meats and aged cheeses

 

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Country:

Italy

Region:

Salento, Puglia

Variety:

Primitivo

Style:

Big, gutsy reds

Closure:

Cork

ABV

13.5%

Bottle size:

750ml

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Food Match:

Chicken, Tomato based dishes

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